Process
Two interviews were conducted:
- The first was technical.
- The second was HR and coding.
The first panel interview included two interviewers who asked questions on data structures, operating systems, Git/GitHub/Linux, and projects. The first round lasted 40-45 minutes, while the second was around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Questions
There is a 2D linked list, with up and down pointers. Write the code on paper using a class.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 131 interview experiences for the IBM Software Engineer role in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Success Rate
IBM's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in Bengaluru, Karnataka is fairly selective, failing a large portion of engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for IBM's Software Engineer interview process in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
IBM Work Experiences
- 5.0Work-life balanceSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaOctober 26, 2025Pros: Good work-life balance, no strict in-time and out-time.Cons: No cons as such.
- 5.0Great Company, Amazing VibeSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaNovember 1, 2021Pros: It's a great company with a good working environment.Cons: There are no cons for this company.
- 3.0Good Balance, Low PaySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaSeptember 29, 2025Pros: Good work-life balance for India software labs.Cons: Not good compensation for tier 3 college students.
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