HCLTech·Software Engineer

HCLTech Software Engineer interview experience

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MaduraiPosted Jan 2026 · Candidate report, summarized by Dataford

I went into the interview expecting technical questions, and it ended up being a fairly difficult mix.

They asked me about DSA topics, and the conversation also covered personal and reflective prompts like telling me about myself, my weaknesses, and explaining my college final project in detail, including the problem I faced.

I also got asked about which programming language I felt strongest in. The interview didn’t feel like it was designed around a single theme; it combined problem-solving knowledge with how I articulated my past work and self-awareness.

Even though the interview felt structured, the difficulty was high for me, and I didn’t get selected. Honestly, I felt like I covered my

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