I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Rakuten (Tokyo) in Mar 2019
Interview
I applied online and got invitation of an online codility test. Basically I finished it but the performance may not be very good. Still I passed and got next video online interview. They just asked me some experiences in my resume and why I want this position in Rakuten. It not long and I got next on-site interview. This is pretty similar to the video interview, just futher in some specific projects I did. If you are familiar and confident with what you contributed to several projects, then it is not difficult. Just explain yourself well. There is no coding questions till now. But I am going to take the next (may be final one) interview online again.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Explain the service structure of one of your project in detail. Use the whiteboard.
Applied online. Initial screening with the hiring manager. Questions from resume. Technologies used. Java basic questions. Salary expectations. About the role and team. Leetcode question - no coding - just mention the approach. System design question.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Leetcode question - no coding - just mention the approach. System design question.
Disorganized, no HR reached out to discuss about the administrative details and salary and benefits, the hiring manager reached out directly, scheduled a meeting and asked about HR questions(visa, RTO etc.)
The hiring manager was late for over 5 mins minutes, no apologies, no greetings. Negative experience
The interview covered Python libraries, networking, and my software engineering experience. While questions were basic, they can be tricky for seniors. Review your definitions alongside your past projects to succeed.