The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Amazon (Seattle, WA) in Apr 2007
Interview
2 detailed phone screens (mostly data structures, access times, and language minutia of Java and C++), a flight/hotel in Seattle, 8 technical interviews mostly whiteboard coding/problem solving, a half hour lunch interview talking processes with the manager, and 1 hour HR interview. Interview questions ranged from permutation strings, to tree traversal, to block diagramming an elevator design problem. Concluded with a "we will call you", a cab that is.
Interview questions [2]
Question 1
whats the difference between aggregation and association in a UML class diagram?
Great interview process with three rounds, including a technical assessment and a technical interview. The interviewers were professional and supportive throughout the process. The questions mainly focused on DSA, problem-solving, and core technical concepts. The discussions were engaging and provided a good opportunity to demonstrate technical skills. Overall, the process was well-structured, smooth, transparent, and a very positive experience.
I applied online. I interviewed at Amazon (Sydney)
Interview
I can't comment much. I submitted an application for the software engineer position, and not even a minute later, I received an auto rejection email from Amazon (never received an online assessment).
2 behavioral 2 coding not very difficult. Behavioral is tell me about a time you took responsibility beyond your role and biggest accomplishment. The process is exactly the guideline they posted for interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
tell me about a time you took responsibility beyond your role
