This interview process is designed to assess candidates for the Software Engineer (SDE 1) role at Cashfree. It evaluates technical proficiency, problem-solving skills, and cultural fit.
Rounds·4
Timeline·~7d
Experience·0 - 2 yrs
Comp band·US$100000 - US$150000
Interview time·195 min
Evaluation
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Study plan
Fig · Study plan — 06 phases
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Weeks 1-2: Data Structures & Algorithms Fundamentals
Weeks 1-2: Focus on fundamental data structures (Arrays, Linked Lists, Stacks, Queues, Trees, Graphs, Hash Tables) and their common algorithms. Practice problems related to time and space complexity analysis.
Phase 02 of 06
Week 3: Sorting & Searching Algorithms
Week 3: Deep dive into sorting and searching algorithms. Understand their implementations and complexities. Practice problems involving these algorithms.
Phase 03 of 06
Week 4: Core CS Concepts
Week 4: Review core computer science concepts like Operating Systems (processes, threads, memory management), Database Management Systems (SQL, normalization), and Computer Networks (TCP/IP, HTTP).
Phase 04 of 06
Week 5: OOP & Design Patterns
Week 5: Focus on Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles (Encapsulation, Inheritance, Polymorphism, Abstraction) and design patterns. Practice coding in your preferred language.
Phase 05 of 06
Week 6: Behavioral Prep & Company Research
Week 6: Prepare for behavioral questions. Think about your past experiences and how to articulate them using the STAR method. Research Cashfree's values and mission.
Phase 06 of 06
Week 7: Mock Interviews & Final Review
Week 7: Mock interviews and final review. Practice coding problems under timed conditions and refine your explanations. Ensure you have clear questions to ask the interviewer.
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Technical Interview · 45 min · Software Engineer
This round focuses on assessing your foundational programming skills and your understanding of basic data structures and algorithms. You will be asked to write code to solve a few problems, and your ability to explain your thought process and the efficiency of your solution will be evaluated.
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Evaluation
Sample questions
Find the missing number in a given array of integers from 1 to N.
Implement a function to check if a string is a palindrome.
Given two sorted arrays, merge them into a single sorted array.
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Common rejection reasons
Technical Interview · 60 min · Senior Software Engineer
This round delves deeper into your problem-solving abilities with more complex coding challenges. You'll be expected to demonstrate a strong grasp of various data structures and algorithms, and to optimize your solutions for efficiency.
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Sample questions
Given a binary tree, find its inorder traversal.
Find the longest substring without repeating characters.
Implement a function to find the kth smallest element in a binary search tree.
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System Design Interview · 60 min · Engineering Manager / Tech Lead
In this round, you will be presented with a high-level problem and asked to design a system to solve it. This could involve designing a social media feed, a URL shortener, or a notification service. The focus is on your ability to think about scalability, reliability, and trade-offs.
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Sample questions
Design a URL shortening service like TinyURL.
Design a system to count the number of views for a YouTube video.
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Behavioral Interview · 30 min · HR Manager / Hiring Manager
This is a behavioral interview where the focus is on understanding your past experiences, how you handle different situations, and your overall fit with Cashfree's culture. You'll be asked questions about your strengths, weaknesses, teamwork, and career aspirations.
What they look for
Evaluation
Sample questions
Tell me about yourself.
Describe a time you faced a conflict in a team and how you resolved it.
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
Why do you want to work at Cashfree?
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Common rejection reasons
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