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Cisco Insight
Offer
Software Engineer - New Grad
1-3 Years
Jul 29, 2026
Process Overview
Applied November 2022, interviewed December 2022.
Evaluation Stages
Online Assessment
Data Structures
Algorithms
CS Fundamentals
The assessment consisted of one easy coding problem, multiple-choice questions on CS fundamentals, and a medium-level dynamic programming problem.
The DP problem was noted to be similar in complexity and style to the Burst Balloons problem.
Questions Asked
Burst Balloons (Medium/Hard DP problem)
Dynamic Programming
Reference
Technical Interview 1
Resume Deep Dive
System Architecture
OS
CNS
Implementation Skills
The interview process enforced strict anonymity; candidates were required to redact personal details like college and name from resumes.
The interviewer conducted a deep dive into project architecture, specifically probing for flaws, performance bottlenecks, and testing strategies.
The round concluded with a discussion on the interviewer's experience at the company.
Questions Asked
General implementation coding problem
Coding
Technical Interview 2
Project Discussion
Open-ended Coding
OS Concepts
The coding problem was open-ended and evolved incrementally, requiring the candidate to build solutions case-by-case.
The interviewer focused on real-world OS concepts, specifically referencing MacOS architecture.
Questions Asked
Open-ended coding problem
Problem Solving
Technical + Managerial
⏱ 1 hour
System Design
DBMS
Computer Networks
Graph Algorithms
Bit Manipulation
The panel consisted of three highly experienced engineers.
The round centered on a complex, real-life open-ended problem that required integrating knowledge of DBMS, networking, and graph theory.
The discussion was noted for its low-level technical depth, requiring the candidate to handle significant pressure.
Questions Asked
Bit manipulation coding problem
Bit Manipulation
HR Interview
⏱ 15 mins
Behavioral
Logistics
The round was brief and focused on cultural fit, hobbies, and relocation willingness.
The candidate was asked about competing offers, which was handled transparently.
Questions Asked
Are you willing to relocate to Bengaluru?
Behavioral
Executive Insights
Candidate Advice
The anonymous interview process is a positive step toward bias-free evaluation; ensure your resume is fully redacted as requested.
Be prepared for high-pressure, low-level technical discussions with senior panels.
Transparency regarding other offers is acceptable and does not negatively impact the process.
Preparation Tips
Focus on deep-diving into personal projects, specifically regarding architecture, performance, and testing.
Prepare for open-ended coding problems that evolve during the interview.
Review low-level OS concepts and their real-world applications.
Practice integrating multiple CS domains (DBMS, Networks, Graphs) for complex system-level problems.
