Software Engineer

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Groww is looking for a Software Engineer I to join our dynamic team. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining scalable software solutions. We are seeking candidates with a strong foundation in computer science principles, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for building high-quality software.

Rounds·3

Timeline·~7d

Experience·0 - 2 yrs

Comp band·US$100000 - US$150000

Interview time·135 min

Evaluation

What they measure.

  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Coding proficiency
  • Understanding of data structures and algorithms
  • System design fundamentals
  • Communication skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Cultural fit

Preparation

How to prepare.

Tips

  1. Brush up on fundamental data structures and algorithms.
  2. Practice coding problems on platforms like LeetCode, HackerRank, or GeeksforGeeks.
  3. Review core computer science concepts (OS, DBMS, Networking).
  4. Understand object-oriented programming principles.
  5. Prepare for behavioral questions using the STAR method.
  6. Research Groww's products, values, and recent news.
  7. Be ready to discuss your past projects in detail.

Study plan

Fig · Study plan — 03 phases

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Phase 01 of 03

Data Structures and Algorithms

Weeks 1-2: Data Structures & Algorithms (DSA) fundamentals. Practice coding problems.

Weeks 1-2: Focus on Data Structures (Arrays, Linked Lists, Stacks, Queues, Trees, Graphs, Hash Tables) and Algorithms (Sorting, Searching, Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms). Practice at least 5-10 problems per topic.

Questions

Commonly asked.

  • Write a function to reverse a linked list.
  • Explain the difference between a process and a thread.
  • How would you design a URL shortener service?
  • Tell me about a time you faced a technical challenge and how you overcame it.
  • What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Why are you interested in working at Groww?

Locations

Regional differences.

Fig · Regions — 02 locations

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Location

Bangalore

Interview focus

Adaptability to local work culture.Understanding of local market trends (if applicable).

Common questions

  • Tell me about a challenging project you worked on.
  • How do you handle tight deadlines?
  • Describe a time you disagreed with a team member.

Tips

  • Research Groww's presence and impact in this specific location.
  • Be prepared to discuss how your skills align with local team needs.

Rounds

Round-by-round.

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

Med

Technical Interview - Data Structures And Algorithms · 45 min · Software Engineer / Senior Software Engineer

This round focuses on assessing your fundamental programming skills. You will be asked to solve coding problems that test your knowledge of data structures and algorithms. The interviewer will evaluate your approach to problem-solving, the efficiency of your code, and your ability to communicate your thought process clearly.

What they look for

Logical thinkingClean and efficient codeAbility to explain their solution

Evaluation

  • Problem-solving approach
  • Code correctness and efficiency
  • Understanding of DSA

Sample questions

  • Given an array of integers, find the two numbers that add up to a specific target.

    ArrayHash TableTwo Pointers
  • Implement a binary search tree and its insertion operation.

    TreeRecursionData Structures

Prep for this round

  1. 01Practice coding on a whiteboard or a simple text editor.
  2. 02Think out loud and explain your approach before writing code.
  3. 03Consider edge cases and test your code mentally.

Common rejection reasons

  • ×Inability to solve basic coding problems.
  • ×Lack of understanding of fundamental data structures.
  • ×Poor communication of thought process.

DSA

Coding questions at Groww.

Frequently reported on Groww loops

Other guides

More at Groww.