The technical phone interview was conducted by a senior engineer. It lasted about an hour and involved both technical and behavioral questions. The technical part included questions on data structures, algorithms, and problem-solving skills. For example, I was asked to solve a problem related to string manipulation and optimize an existing algorithm for better performance. I used a shared online coding platform to write and explain my code.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
I was asked to design a scalable system for a hypothetical application. The interviewers evaluated my ability to design a high-level architecture, discuss trade-offs, and consider various aspects such as database choice, load balancing, and caching strategies.