Challenging But Great Learning
Challenging But Great Learning
It's been a great learning experience working for Cisco. They put us through a BootCamp during the first three months of our apprenticeship, and then we were put onto a team.
When they put us on a team, I don't think the managers on the team were aware of the apprenticeship program. They would get frustrated working with us since we didn't know many things, so we kept changing teams until they could find someone willing to mentor us.
Also, what we learned in boot camp did not align with our role on the team. My team used a different language than what I learned in boot camp, so adjusting to the team was challenging.
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Software Development Engineer (SDE)
The first round was a Python-based DSA coding exam with three questions and 1.5 hours to finish. The test link was provided, but there was no proctor. However, for some others, a proctor was present. I think it was based on experience and role. Two
Software Engineer (Internship)
There was no interview process; you simply submit the application and hopefully hear something back. After that, you should receive the OA, which consists of two coding questions. You can approach these questions however you wish.
Senior Software Engineer
There were three technical rounds and one system design round. The interviewers were nice and had positive responses throughout all stages, but I didn't receive an offer. They want you to be a good communicator.
Software Development Engineer (SDE)
San Francisco, California, United StatesDecember 1, 2024The first round was a Python-based DSA coding exam with three questions and 1.5 hours to finish. The test link was provided, but there was no proctor. However, for some others, a proctor was present. I think it was based on experience and role. Two
Software Engineer (Internship)
San Francisco, California, United StatesOctober 1, 2024There was no interview process; you simply submit the application and hopefully hear something back. After that, you should receive the OA, which consists of two coding questions. You can approach these questions however you wish.
Senior Software Engineer
San Francisco, California, United StatesAugust 6, 2024There were three technical rounds and one system design round. The interviewers were nice and had positive responses throughout all stages, but I didn't receive an offer. They want you to be a good communicator.
