I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Rakuten in Aug 2018
Interview
- fresh grad
- for 30 minutes with one interviewer
- no technical questions, only general questions about your background
- the interview was in English but the interviewer didn't speak good English, there was a language barrier
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why Rakuten?
What are your strengths/shortcomings?
Applied online. Initial screening with the hiring manager. Questions from resume. Technologies used. Java basic questions. Salary expectations. About the role and team. Leetcode question - no coding - just mention the approach. System design question.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Leetcode question - no coding - just mention the approach. System design question.
Disorganized, no HR reached out to discuss about the administrative details and salary and benefits, the hiring manager reached out directly, scheduled a meeting and asked about HR questions(visa, RTO etc.)
The hiring manager was late for over 5 mins minutes, no apologies, no greetings. Negative experience
The interview covered Python libraries, networking, and my software engineering experience. While questions were basic, they can be tricky for seniors. Review your definitions alongside your past projects to succeed.