Uber
Cloud Engineer
Practice for Cloud Engineer
Uber
Fundamental Screening
20 minutesThis round focuses on assessing the candidate's foundational knowledge of cloud computing concepts, their familiarity with different cloud providers, and their understanding of basic networking principles . It also serves as an initial filter to ensure the candidate meets the minimum requirements for the role .
5 minutesWhat are the different cloud computing models, and can you provide examples of services for each from AWS, Azure, and GCP?
5 minutesExplain the benefits of using cloud computing over traditional on-premises infrastructure.
5 minutesDescribe the different cloud deployment models and their use cases.
All interviews are private and won't be shared with the recruiters.
Technical Deep Dive
30 minutesThis round assesses the candidate's hands-on experience with cloud platforms, their ability to design and implement cloud infrastructure, and their proficiency in automation and scripting . It focuses on practical skills and problem-solving abilities relevant to Uber's cloud environment .
5 minutesDescribe a time when you had to troubleshoot a complex issue in a cloud environment. What steps did you take to identify and resolve the problem?
5 minutesHow would you approach designing a highly available and scalable infrastructure for a new service on AWS or GCP?
5 minutesExplain your experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and how you've used it to automate cloud resource provisioning.
All interviews are private and won't be shared with the recruiters.
Uber Engineering Principles & Technical Acumen
30 minutesThis round evaluates the candidate's alignment with Uber's engineering principles and their ability to apply technical knowledge to solve real-world problems relevant to Uber's business . It assesses their problem-solving approach, technical depth, and understanding of Uber's scale and challenges .
5 minutesUber relies heavily on real-time data. How would you design a system to efficiently process and analyze real-time data streams for a specific use case, such as fraud detection or dynamic pricing?
5 minutesDescribe a situation where you had to make a trade-off between scalability and cost in a cloud environment. What factors did you consider, and how did you arrive at a decision?
5 minutesHow would you approach optimizing the cost of running a large-scale Kubernetes cluster in the cloud?
All interviews are private and won't be shared with the recruiters.
Behavioral & Cultural Alignment
30 minutesThis round assesses the candidate's behavioral traits, cultural fit, and alignment with Uber's core values . It explores their past experiences, how they handle challenges, and their ability to work in a team . The aim is to determine if the candidate embodies Uber's values and can contribute positively to the company culture .
5 minutesTell me about a time when you had to work with a difficult team member. How did you handle the situation?
5 minutesDescribe a situation where you had to make a decision with limited information. What was your decision-making process?
5 minutesUber values 'Go Get It' and 'Build with Heart'. Can you share an experience where you demonstrated both of these values?
All interviews are private and won't be shared with the recruiters.