Scale Engineer

Software Engineer

Software EngineerL2Medium

This interview process is designed to assess candidates for a Software Engineer (L2) position at Rokt. It evaluates technical proficiency, problem-solving skills, cultural fit, and potential for growth within the company.

Rounds·3

Timeline·~10d

Experience·2 - 5 yrs

Comp band·US$90000 - US$130000

Interview time·150 min

Evaluation

What they measure.

  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in relevant programming languages, data structures, algorithms, and system design.
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze problems, devise effective solutions, and articulate thought processes.
  • Communication: Clarity and conciseness in explaining technical concepts and collaborating with others.
  • Teamwork & Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute positively to team dynamics.
  • Cultural Fit: Alignment with Rokt's values and a proactive, growth-oriented mindset.

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 or HackerRank, focusing on medium-difficulty problems.
  3. Understand Rokt's business model, products, and recent news.
  4. Prepare to discuss your past projects in detail, highlighting your contributions and learnings.
  5. Think about behavioral examples that showcase your problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
  6. Research common interview questions for Software Engineers at your level.

Study plan

Fig · Study plan — 04 phases

01 / 04
01

Phase 01 of 04

Data Structures and Algorithms

Weeks 1-2: DSA fundamentals and practice (5-7 problems/week).

Weeks 1-2: Focus on Data Structures and Algorithms. Cover arrays, linked lists, trees, graphs, hash maps, sorting, and searching algorithms. Practice implementing these and analyzing their time and space complexity. Aim for 5-7 problems per week.

Questions

Commonly asked.

  • Can you describe a time you had to deal with a production issue? What was your approach?
  • How would you design a system to handle real-time bidding for online advertisements?
  • What are the trade-offs between using a relational database and a NoSQL database for an e-commerce platform?
  • Tell me about a project where you had to make a significant technical decision. What was the outcome?
  • How do you approach code reviews?
  • Describe your experience with cloud platforms like AWS or GCP.
  • What are your thoughts on testing methodologies (unit, integration, end-to-end)?
  • How do you handle conflicting priorities from different stakeholders?
  • What motivates you as a software engineer?
  • What are your career aspirations for the next 3-5 years?

Locations

Regional differences.

Fig · Regions — 02 locations

01 / 02

Location

Sydney

Interview focus

Understanding of local market trends and customer behavior.Adaptability to regional business needs.Communication skills in the local language and context.

Common questions

  • Describe a challenging technical problem you solved in a previous role.
  • How do you approach debugging a complex issue?
  • Tell me about a time you had to work with a difficult stakeholder.
  • What are your thoughts on microservices vs. monolith architectures?
  • How do you ensure the quality of your code?

Tips

  • Research Rokt's presence and recent activities in this specific region.
  • Be prepared to discuss how your skills can address local market challenges.
  • Highlight any experience working with diverse teams or in international settings.

Rounds

Round-by-round.

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

DSA

Coding questions at Rokt.

Frequently reported on Rokt loops

View all at Rokt

Other guides

More at Rokt.