Process
One online round was followed by multiple rounds in-person.
The in-person portion included a presentation about the company and team. I was also asked to present myself on the spot, with 10 minutes to prepare.
This was followed by one technical, one situational, and one management/HR round of interviews.
Travel and lunch expenses were paid for the in-person interview.
Questions
Basic knowledge about compilers and assembly-level techniques.
Simple situational questions, like what you would do when you are stuck.
Asked about why I mentioned "reliable" or "curious" in my resume.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the IBM Systems Software Engineer role in Germany.
Success Rate
IBM's interview process for their Systems Software Engineer roles in Germany 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 IBM's Systems Software Engineer interview process in Germany.
IBM Work Experiences
- 5.0Best Work EnvironmentSystems Software Engineer • Current EmployeePune, Maharashtra, IndiaJune 18, 2022Pros: Flexible work time and good peers.Cons: Slow salary hike and unclear management
- 4.0Best Company to WorkSystems Software Engineer • Current EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaAugust 8, 2021Pros: One of the best companies in the world, with lots of perks, an awesome work culture, and professionalism.Cons: It's a bit tough to switch teams or verticals if your career aspirations are different.
- 4.0Best place to grow your careerSystems Software Engineer • Former EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaJanuary 20, 2021Pros: Excellent work-life balance. Tons of opportunities to explore.Cons: None as I know for now.
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