The interview difficulty ranged from easy to medium, with questions focused on Data Structures and Algorithms, emphasizing practical problem-solving rather than purely theoretical concepts. In addition, they asked real-world system design problems to evaluate the candidate’s understanding of scalability, architecture, and decision-making. The process consisted of five interview rounds, each designed to assess different technical and analytical skills in depth.

A. Coding Rounds • Scope: 70% of technical weight—primarily medium to hard-level algorithm problems. • Topics: Arrays, strings, linked lists, sorting, hash tables, recursion, trees, graphs, dynamic programming.   • Approach: Start with a brute-force solution, then optimize while thinking aloud. Interviewers value clarity of thought and iterative improvement.  B. System Design Rounds (Less Frequent for Freshers) • Focus: For more senior or domain-specific roles, expect system architecture discussions. • Topics: Scalability, sharding, caching, API design, distributed systems, database modeling.   C. Behavioral / Cultural Fit Rounds • Goal: Assess alignment with eBay’s values—customer-first thinking, ethical product development, inclusivity. • Typical Questions: • “Tell us about a challenging project and how you overcame it.” • “Describe a time you had a disagreement with someone and how you resolved it.” • “How do you maintain productivity under pressure?