I applied online. The process took 6 weeks. I interviewed at MathWorks (Richardson, TX) in Nov 2013
Interview
The Interview Process was really smooth.
A screening round with the HR followed by a technical interview.
The screening round lasted about 35-40 minutes and was asked for a time to schedule the next round.
The technical round comprised of about 28 questions. Most of which can be found on this website. I could answer 25 of them.
I assume for this position an even better performance is expected.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
No questions were extremely difficult. The questions covered an overview of :
Linear Algebra, Matrices, DSP, MATLAB, C++/Java.
It is important that one knows the basics.
Sample Questions:
* DSP:
- What is aliasing? Cite an example.
- Solve an ODE
- Questions on filters
I applied through college or university. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at MathWorks in Oct 2013
Interview
This video interview involved 5 pre-recorded questions.
1. Why this position interests you?
2. What about your experiences makes you fit for this position?
3. Give an example how you tackled with multiple responsibilities?
4. Eligible to work in US without restrictions? Need sponsorship now or in the future? On a student visa now? When will the OPT start?
5. What is your cumulative GPA?
Those five questions are exactly the same as the review on the first page. It took three weeks for mathworks to process the video interview. I received a request for technical interview on this Thursday,
Outline for techincal interview:
Basic math - calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra
Programming concepts -- programming constructs, style and logic
One programming language – C (recommended), C++, or Java - if C++ is selected, you must understand syntax and structure, compilation and OOP concepts
MATLAB -- basic MATLAB syntax, commonly used functions and documented concepts
One specific engineering discipline that best fits your background. Options include:
Control Systems- classical control, modern control, and non-linear systems
Signals Processing- concepts such as aliasing, convolution, and transforms
Embedded Systems- Real Time Operating Systems, Scheduling, and General OS Concepts
Hope I can be through. fingers crossed.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Behavioural questions are fine, except it is weird that I have to look directly at the camera.