Process
On-campus interview.
There were two interviewers: one was more like a management-type individual, and the other was a software engineer himself.
They asked about my resume experience, how I handle multiple projects and deadlines, and how to deal with teammates who hold different opinions.
The technical portion focused on embedded systems, basic programming, and operating system concepts.
Questions
How do you detect and avoid memory leaks?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 40 interview experiences for the Cisco Software Engineer II role in United States.
Success Rate
Cisco's interview process for their Software Engineer II roles in the United States is incredibly easy as the vast majority of engineers get an offer after going through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Cisco's Software Engineer II interview process in United States.
Cisco Work Experiences
- 4.0A better place to workSoftware Engineer II • Current EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaNovember 17, 2009Pros: Good compensation Better amenities Stock options Wonderful work environment Flexible work timings Best transportation facilities Work with the latest technologies Ahead of the market competitionCons: Intense work pressure. Relaxed working place, resource benefits. Lack of trust on subordinates. Longer time for professional growth. Lack of proper work-life balance.
- 2.0If you join Cisco, make sure you will be able to survive with the same salary for a minimum of 3 yearsSoftware Engineer II • Current EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaNovember 19, 2011Pros: Work-life balance. If you want to do CCIE, you get three attempts free here. If you are a frequent traveler, you can do WFH when you are at home.Cons: Promotions are not based on performance; they are given to people who know how to talk unnecessarily in meetings. My performance rate is E+ (which means I'm in the top 25%). There has been no hike for the last three years, in spite of the fact that the company is doing well in the market. A lot of employees are angry about this issue.
- 3.0Experience is okSoftware Engineer II • Current EmployeeJuly 15, 2011Pros: Good place to work. Ok types salary. Ok types facilities. Ok types management.Cons: No increments. Need good management.
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