I applied through a recruiter. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Google (Bengaluru) in May 2024
Interview
Reached out by a recruiter. After the phone screening, Round 1, was scheduled. I was asked graph problem to solve. I couldn't solve within the provided time. But I have observed that they mostly focus on graph problem.
I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Google in Sep 2025
Interview
There is a 30 minutes Google Hiring Assessment which will evaluate your work styles that are important to success at Google. It not difficult, but time is not too enough.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Are you decisive even when the outcome is uncertain?
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Google
Interview
The interview process was well-structured and thorough. It started with an online coding assessment focused on data structures and algorithms, followed by two technical rounds involving problem-solving, system design, and coding in real-time. The interviewers were professional, asked clarifying questions, and gave hints when needed. I appreciated how they evaluated both my coding skills and my thought process. Overall, it was a challenging yet positive experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They asked me to design a scalable URL shortening service, similar to bit.ly. I explained my approach by discussing database schema, hashing techniques, handling collisions, ensuring scalability, and caching strategies.