Database Administrator Interview Experience - Herndon, Virginia
Process
The interview process began with a phone screen, followed by a 7-hour in-person interview with six people. A paid lunch was included. This was then followed by two hangout interviews.
In total, I spoke with:
- 2 DBAs
- 2 SQL developers
- 3 Python developers
- 1 Director
- 1 VP
The topics covered included database architecture (RAC, Dataguard, RMAN, and typical related tasks), SQL tuning, problem-solving, a Python whiteboarding session, automation, unit testing, and soft skills such as strategic thinking and conflict resolution.
As the position involves significant integration, release management, and automation, I assume the focus was more on development and Python, as opposed to what other DBAs might encounter.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Salesforce Database Administrator role in Herndon, Virginia.
Success Rate
Salesforce's interview process for their Database Administrator roles in Herndon, Virginia is incredibly easy as the vast majority of engineers get an offer after going through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Salesforce's Database Administrator interview process in Herndon, Virginia.
Salesforce Work Experiences
- 5.0Good Vibe, Bad ManagementDatabase Administrator • Current EmployeeMay 8, 2020Pros: Good for employees and good working environment.Cons: Management is not good, and promotion-related things do not happen.
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- 4.0Good Balance, Referral HurdleDatabase Administrator • Former EmployeeSingapore, SingaporeMarch 7, 2016Pros: Good work-life balance and compensation. Excellent benefits. Team bonding and outings. Internal geographical movement.Cons: Anyone can only be selected if you have any referral candidates from internal employees within the team. Example: There are 4 interviewers in the DB team in Singapore. The first round will be conducted by the lead, which is a real and logical interview. The second round will be taken by any of the senior members in the team. You will be able to shortlist for the second round only if you know anyone within that team, otherwise, they will simply reject you in the second round. For example, if person A refers someone and they are rejected in the first round, then whoever attends the interview in the second round, either one of the team members will reject you. This has been happening for over a year.
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