This interview process is for a Software Engineer position at Deliveroo, specifically for the L4 level. It is designed to assess a candidate's technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and cultural fit within the company.
Rounds·3
Timeline·~14d
Experience·2 - 5 yrs
Comp band·US$110000 - US$140000
Interview time·150 min
Evaluation
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Study plan
Fig · Study plan — 04 phases
01 / 04Phase 01 of 04
Weeks 1-2: Data Structures & Algorithms (LeetCode Medium x20)
Weeks 1-2: Focus on core data structures (arrays, linked lists, trees, graphs, hash maps) and algorithms (sorting, searching, dynamic programming, greedy algorithms). Practice implementing these in your preferred language and analyze their time/space complexity. Solve at least 20 LeetCode medium problems.
Phase 02 of 04
Weeks 3-4: System Design Fundamentals
Weeks 3-4: Dive into system design. Study concepts like scalability, availability, reliability, load balancing, caching, database design (SQL vs. NoSQL), and message queues. Review common system design interview questions and practice designing systems like a URL shortener or a social media feed.
Phase 03 of 04
Week 5: Behavioral Questions & STAR Method
Week 5: Prepare for behavioral questions. Identify key projects and experiences that demonstrate your skills in teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, and handling challenges. Use the STAR method to structure your answers. Research Deliveroo's company values and prepare examples that align with them.
Phase 04 of 04
Week 6: Mock Interviews & Refinement
Week 6: Mock interviews. Conduct mock interviews with peers or mentors to simulate the interview environment. Get feedback on your technical explanations, coding style, and behavioral responses. Refine your answers and identify areas for improvement.
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Technical Coding Interview · 45 min · Software Engineer (L3/L4)
This round focuses on your fundamental coding skills. You will be given one or two coding problems to solve, typically involving data structures and algorithms. The interviewer will assess your ability to write clean, efficient, and correct code, as well as your problem-solving approach and communication skills. Be prepared to explain your thought process, discuss the time and space complexity of your solution, and consider edge cases.
What they look for
Evaluation
Sample questions
Given a binary tree, invert the tree.
Find the first non-repeating character in a string.
Implement a function to merge two sorted arrays.
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Common rejection reasons
System Design Interview · 60 min · Senior Software Engineer / Engineering Manager
This round evaluates your ability to design scalable and robust software systems. You'll be presented with a high-level problem (e.g., design a URL shortener, a social media feed, or a ride-sharing service) and asked to design the architecture. Focus on identifying core components, data models, APIs, and addressing aspects like scalability, availability, and performance. Be prepared to discuss trade-offs and justify your decisions.
What they look for
Evaluation
Sample questions
Design a system like Twitter's news feed.
Design an API rate limiter.
How would you design a distributed cache?
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Common rejection reasons
Behavioral Interview · 45 min · Hiring Manager / Senior Team Member
This round focuses on your behavioral and cultural fit. You'll be asked questions about your past experiences, how you handle various situations, and your motivations. Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to provide specific, concise, and impactful answers. Be prepared to discuss your strengths, weaknesses, career goals, and why you're interested in Deliveroo.
What they look for
Evaluation
Sample questions
Tell me about a time you had to work with a difficult colleague. How did you handle it?
Describe a project you are particularly proud of and your role in it.
How do you handle constructive criticism?
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Common rejection reasons
DSA
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