The process was initiated from my last university co-op term. There was opportunity to network to find a department expected to have hiring tickets on my graduation date. My first line manager facilitated introductions into the hiring department, but it was up to me to ask for help with searching. Around middle of my term, after I had demonstrated my work capability, I put the full-time question out in regular meetings. In a way, the interviewing really started with my co-op term. The actual interview with the hiring department was quite informal.
Applied through the company portal, completed an online coding assessment, followed by a technical interview covering data structures, algorithms, OOP concepts, and project experience. Concluded with an HR discussion about the role, career goals, availability, and compensation expectations.
## IBM Interview Process
The process began with initial resume shortlisting, followed by competitive **DSA and coding rounds** to test core technical concepts. After clearing those, I cleared two comprehensive interviews with the **Hiring Manager/Tech Expert** and **HR**.
Describe the interview process: The process consisted of three rounds: an initial online assessment focusing on data structures and algorithms, followed by two technical video interviews. The technical rounds were intensive, covering system design, live coding, and deep-dive questions into previous project experience and database optimization.
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Question 1
Design a scalable URL shortener system and explain how you would handle high read/write throughput.
