Process
The first round was standard, featuring general programming language-related questions and one problem. The interviewer was polite, and it was a good experience.
The second round was with a senior member with over 20 years of experience. It was the most uncomfortable interview I've felt in a long time. They were constantly interrupting, not even allowing 20 seconds for an answer. This affected my chain of thought and general confidence level.
In the end, they asked me to write a basic HTTP server that accepts a JSON request and stores it in memory, which I did. I don't know what the point of that exercise was if they had already made up their mind.
Questions
Write a basic HTTP server that accepts a JSON request and stores it in memory.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the IBM Senior Backend Developer role in India.
Success Rate
IBM's interview process for their Senior Backend Developer roles in India is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for IBM's Senior Backend Developer interview process in India.
IBM Work Experiences
- 4.0Good work-life balanceSenior Backend Developer • Current EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaApril 30, 2024Pros: 1. Two-thirds of days work from home. 2. No time constraints.Cons: You have to be ready to work on any technology.
- 5.0Great Prospects, Ukraine IssuesSenior Backend Developer • Current EmployeeCherkasy, Cherkasy, UkraineMay 1, 2025Pros: Place where you get great prospects and a sweaty place.Cons: There are problems when working with Ukraine.
- 5.0Great Pay, Big BureaucracySenior Backend Developer • Current EmployeeRaleigh, North Carolina, United StatesNovember 19, 2021Pros: Great company. Excellent benefits. Great compensation.Cons: The company has a very, very large bureaucracy.
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