I applied through university. I interviewed at Vector Group (Ann Arbor, MI) in Mar 2024
Interview
You were to do a homework like assignment where you make a communication protocol with the paremeters that they give you and then make a presentation explaining your design choices
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What experience do you have writing linux drivers?
Initial phone screen: The first stage of the interview process would likely involve a phone call with a recruiter or hiring manager. During this call, you would be asked about your previous experience working with embedded systems, your technical skills, and your knowledge of the automotive industry. You might also be asked about your experience working with specific tools or programming languages commonly used in automotive embedded systems development. Technical phone interview: If you pass the initial phone screen, you would be asked to complete a technical phone interview with a member of the engineering team. This interview would likely focus on your ability to solve complex problems related to embedded systems development. You might be asked to complete coding exercises or answer technical questions related to automotive embedded systems. Technical assessment: If you perform well on the technical phone interview, you might be invited to complete a technical assessment. This assessment could involve a coding challenge or programming test that assesses your ability to solve complex problems related to automotive embedded systems development.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is an interrupt, and how does it work in embedded systems? How do you handle memory management in an embedded system with limited resources? How do you optimize code for speed and efficiency in embedded systems? What is the difference between volatile and non-volatile memory, and when would you use each? How do you handle communication between different processors or peripherals in an embedded system? What is a watchdog timer, and how do you use it in an embedded system? How do you debug embedded systems, and what tools do you use?
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Vector Group (Berlin)
Interview
The interview process was very well explained by the HR at the start of your first interview which is also available in their website. There are 2 rounds and both include HR and tech aspects in it. One over call and second onsite. The HR is rude and attacked me personally regarding my skill set which didn't make sense as they promoted me to the second round. Also HR almost told in a sense that "you don't know sh@#". Which for an applicant is strange and demotivating. I would really suggest someone to monitor these conversations for future.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Questions about CV and in general Embedded software development with more focus on ethernet stack