I applied online. I interviewed at Lam Research (Santa Clara, CA) in Jan 2017
Interview
I applied online. After two phone interviews (HR and hiring manager), I got the onsite interview. I first gave a presentation about my PhD research for about 45min. About 7 persons asked several questions regarding my research. I screwed up on some of the questions...
1 vs 1 interview is very not difficult. Most of the engineers are very friendly. Only one Indian guy asked some tough questions...
I had one presentation in the beginning, and then my schedule was followed by 2 panels and 2 one on one interviews and then 2 panels. Overall, it was quite smooth and the panel members were very welcoming.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What would you do if your project has already passed the deadline?
A 90-minute panel interview that combines both technical and behavioral questions, designed to thoroughly assess not only your understanding of core concepts but also your ability to apply them in real-world scenarios. The technical portion focuses on evaluating your depth of knowledge in relevant processes, problem-solving skills, and familiarity with tools, methodologies, and industry practices. You may be asked to walk through specific projects, explain decision-making processes, or troubleshoot hypothetical situations to demonstrate your hands-on experience and critical thinking.
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Lam Research (Bengaluru) in Mar 2026
Interview
I applied through a referral, which helped get my foot in the door. The interview process was entirely virtual and very well-organized. It consisted of five rounds roughly 30 minutes each, including technical screenings and behavioral interviews with different team members.