I applied through university. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Cisco (San Jose, CA) in Oct 2017
Interview
Interview process was very simple. Resume stuff how good you are and rest were basic algo. The interviewers were very good and very humble. There was many rounds on a single day which was tiring. % rounds without food
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Quick Sort, Hashmap two sum problem, some basics on java string
They care about your skills, rather than your background. They have a template which they provide and you got to fill that, everyone is provided a unique number. You are instructed not to disclose any of your personal details in the due course of your interview.
The interview process was two rounds. The first round was a behavioral interview. Straightforward questions, like tell me about the most technically challenging project you have worked on. The second round was a system design interview.
I applied online. I interviewed at Cisco in May 2026
Interview
Series of 4 interviews, First screening with HR Recruiter, reviewed resume and qualifications, second was hiring manager, reviewed experience and skills. Technical interview with team as a panel type interview, Last with hiring Director.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Technical questions on networking. Experience with work enviroment