I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Cisco in Mar 2014
Interview
There was an interview with the staffing agency and then with hiring manager, a peer, and a VP, 1:1 behavioral interviews all done via phone, Interview was standard no crazy questions. Fairly standard, know about the company and why you want to work there. Helps if you know the product
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would you handle xyz situation?
Why do you want to work for Cisco?
What is your 30/60/90 day plan?
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Cisco (Bengaluru) in Aug 2015
Interview
First there was a telephonic with basic question on Software Processes. Then there was 3 rounds of one to one technical in their office premises in Bangalore.
The first round was easy with basic technical questions
Second round was more about project management and crisis handling.
Third round was about problem solving.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Cisco (New York, NY) in Jan 2011
Interview
Multiple phone interviews and 2 offsite interviews. The phone interviews were very informal and were mostly used to learn about the position and for the interviewer to learn more about me.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a difficult situation you encountered and how did you address it?