Scale Engineer

II

Software EngineerEngineer 2Medium to Hard

This interview process for a Software Engineer (Engineer 2) at Comcast, titled 'II', is designed to assess a candidate's technical proficiency, problem-solving abilities, and cultural fit within the organization. It typically involves multiple rounds, progressing from initial screening to in-depth technical and behavioral assessments.

Rounds·4

Timeline·~14d

Experience·2 - 5 yrs

Comp band·US$110000 - US$140000

Interview time·195 min

Evaluation

What they measure.

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Technical depth in relevant areas (e.g., data structures, algorithms, system design)
  • Coding proficiency and best practices
  • Communication and collaboration skills
  • Cultural fit and alignment with Comcast values
  • Adaptability and learning agility

Preparation

How to prepare.

Tips

  1. Review fundamental computer science concepts: data structures, algorithms, operating systems, databases.
  2. Practice coding problems on platforms like LeetCode, HackerRank, focusing on medium and hard difficulty.
  3. Study system design principles for scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
  4. Prepare for behavioral questions using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
  5. Research Comcast's products, services, and recent technological advancements.
  6. Understand the specific technologies mentioned in the job description.
  7. Prepare thoughtful questions to ask the interviewer about the role, team, and company culture.

Study plan

Fig · Study plan — 04 phases

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Phase 01 of 04

Data Structures and Algorithms

Weeks 1-2: Data Structures & Algorithms fundamentals. Practice 2-3 problems daily.

Weeks 1-2: Focus on core data structures (arrays, linked lists, trees, graphs, hash maps) and algorithms (sorting, searching, dynamic programming, graph traversal). Practice implementing these in your preferred language and analyze their time and space complexity. Aim for 2-3 problems per day.

Questions

Commonly asked.

  • Given an array of integers, find the contiguous subarray with the largest sum.
  • Design a URL shortening service like bit.ly.
  • Tell me about a time you disagreed with a teammate and how you resolved it.
  • How would you design a system to handle real-time notifications for a social media platform?
  • Explain the difference between a process and a thread.
  • Describe a situation where you had to learn a new technology quickly for a project.
  • What are the trade-offs between using a relational database and a NoSQL database?
  • How do you approach debugging a performance issue in a web application?
  • Tell me about a challenging technical problem you solved and your approach.
  • What are your career goals for the next 3-5 years?

Locations

Regional differences.

Fig · Regions — 02 locations

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Location

Philadelphia, PA (Comcast HQ)

Interview focus

Understanding of Comcast's specific technology stack and products.Ability to collaborate within a large, established organization.Familiarity with Agile methodologies as practiced at Comcast.

Common questions

  • Describe a challenging project you worked on at Comcast.
  • How do you handle conflicting priorities with team members?
  • What are your thoughts on the current state of streaming technology at Comcast?

Tips

  • Research Comcast's recent news and product launches.
  • Be prepared to discuss how your skills align with Comcast's business goals.
  • Highlight any experience with cable, internet, or media technologies.

Rounds

Round-by-round.

Expand a step for evaluation criteria, sample questions, and prep notes.

DSA

Coding questions at Comcast.

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