I applied through college or university. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Cisco (Bombay) in Jun 2024
Interview
The interview process typically begins with submitting your application, followed by an initial screening call with a recruiter to assess fit. If successful, you may complete a technical assessment, such as a coding challenge. This is often followed by panel or in-person interviews that include both technical and HR components. If you make it through, the company may conduct reference checks before extending a formal job offer. Finally, upon acceptance, you will go through an onboarding process to get you acclimated to your new role.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Explain the difference between a switch and a router. When would you use one over the other?
I applied online. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Cisco (Los Angeles, CA) in Sep 2024
Interview
They sent an automatic online assessment where I was given 2 weeks to complete it. The test had two leetcode mediums on it, one was string based the other was a sliding window problem.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
First leetcode question was a sliding window problem.
The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Cisco (Washington, DC) in Feb 2023
Interview
Attending the interview with CISCO was an incredible experience. It provided valuable exposure to the workings of such a renowned and innovative company. The entire process was highly engaging, and I gained great insights into their cutting-edge technology and collaborative culture. It was truly an honor to be considered by a company of CISCO's caliber.