Commvault is seeking a Senior Engineer 1 with a strong background in software development to join our dynamic team. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining scalable software solutions that power our data protection and information management products. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of technical leadership, problem-solving, and collaboration.
Rounds·3
Timeline·~14d
Experience·5 - 8 yrs
Comp band·US$120000 - US$160000
Interview time·150 min
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Weeks 1-2: Data Structures & Algorithms. Practice coding.
Weeks 1-2: Focus on Data Structures (Arrays, Linked Lists, Trees, Graphs, Hash Tables) and Algorithms (Sorting, Searching, Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms). Practice implementing these in your preferred language. Solve at least 10-15 problems per data structure/algorithm type.
Phase 02 of 04
Weeks 3-4: System Design. Study distributed systems.
Weeks 3-4: Dive into System Design. Study concepts like load balancing, caching, databases (SQL vs. NoSQL), message queues, microservices architecture, and CAP theorem. Work through system design case studies and practice designing common systems like Twitter feed or URL shortener.
Phase 03 of 04
Week 5: Behavioral preparation and company research.
Week 5: Prepare for behavioral questions. Identify key projects from your resume and prepare detailed STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) stories for common questions related to teamwork, leadership, conflict resolution, and handling failure. Also, research Commvault's mission, values, and recent news.
Phase 04 of 04
Week 6: Mock interviews and final review.
Week 6: Mock interviews. Conduct mock interviews with peers or mentors, focusing on both technical and behavioral aspects. Get feedback on your communication, problem-solving approach, and overall presentation. Review areas where you felt weak.
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Technical Screening (Coding) · 45 min · Software Engineer / Technical Screener
This initial round focuses on assessing your fundamental computer science knowledge and coding abilities. You will be asked to solve one or two coding problems, typically involving data structures and algorithms. The interviewer will evaluate your approach to problem-solving, the efficiency of your solution, and the quality of your code. Expect to explain your thought process throughout the coding exercise.
What they look for
Evaluation
Sample questions
Given a binary tree, find its maximum depth.
Implement a function to reverse a linked list.
Find the two numbers in an array that add up to a specific target.
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Common rejection reasons
System Design Interview · 60 min · Senior Software Engineer / Architect
This round delves into your system design capabilities. You'll be presented with a high-level problem (e.g., design a URL shortener, a social media feed, or a distributed cache) and expected to design a scalable, reliable, and maintainable system. The focus is on your ability to break down the problem, identify components, discuss trade-offs, and justify your architectural decisions.
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Sample questions
Design a system like Twitter's news feed.
How would you design a rate limiter for an API?
Design a distributed key-value store.
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Behavioral And Managerial Interview · 45 min · Hiring Manager / Engineering Manager
This interview focuses on your behavioral competencies, past experiences, and overall fit with the team and Commvault's culture. You'll be asked questions about your career goals, how you handle conflict, your strengths and weaknesses, and specific situations from your past work. The interviewer aims to understand your working style, leadership potential, and how you contribute to a team environment.
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Sample questions
Tell me about a time you had to deal with a difficult team member.
Describe a situation where you failed. What did you learn from it?
How do you prioritize your work when faced with multiple deadlines?
What are your strengths and weaknesses as an engineer?
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Common rejection reasons
DSA
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