Platform Engineer - Intern
Interview Date
December 20, 2021
Result
Selected (Offer Rejected)
Difficulty
Medium
Rounds
3 rounds
Drive Type
On-Campus/Internship
Topics asked
Detailed experience
College: Not Specified
Interview Date: December 20, 2021
Interview Type: On-Campus/Internship
Result: Selected (Offer Rejected)
Difficulty: Medium
Rounds: 3 rounds
Topics Asked: Verbal, Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Technical MCQs, Coding, Resume, Projects, Cloud, Java, Python, Situational Questions
The candidate interviewed with State Street for a Platform Engineer - Intern role and received an offer, which was later rejected. Eligibility criteria included a CGPA of 6.0 or above in B.Tech and no backlogs.
Round 1: Online Assessment Test (OAT)
The OAT included 5 sections: Verbal, Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Technical MCQs, and Coding. Time management was crucial, as two coding questions (LeetCode easy level) had to be completed in 10 minutes. 60 out of 647 students advanced to the next round.
Round 2: Technical Interview
This round was scheduled one day after the OAT with a Vice President. Questions began with the candidate's resume, projects, and publications, followed by some basic questions. One coding problem was given to solve on an online compiler with screen sharing. Questions also covered knowledge of cloud technologies, Java, and Python. The interviewer provided an overview of the role. This round lasted about an hour.
Round 3: Telephonic HR Interview
The HR interview involved 4-5 situational questions. This round lasted 20 minutes. Results were announced a day after the process.
Key Takeaways: Do not hesitate to ask clarifying questions, have in-depth knowledge of everything on the resume, speak slowly and fluently, consider rejection as a learning opportunity, and ask questions about the company and role to show excitement.