I applied through other source. I interviewed at Cisco (San Jose, CA) in Oct 2016
Interview
I was reached out through Linkedin. The interview was setup the next week. There was six rounds of interview lasting an hour each. They asked questions ranging from previous experience, current work, algorithms, TDD, White Board question. I got feedback within the next day. Negotiated the salary over a couple of days.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Previous experience, Algorithms, White board questions
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