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Pershing Software Engineer Interview Questions

The questions to prepare for a Pershing Software Engineer interview. Questions from real interview reports rank first. Updated weekly.

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CodingStart here. 3 questions · ~31 min
Linked List ReversalEasy
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Reverse a singly linked list in-place using iterative pointer manipulation.

RecursionLinked ListsArraysPershing
Sorting Algorithm and ComplexityEasy
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Implement merge sort in Python and explain why it runs in O(n log n) time.

RecursionArraysSortingPershing
Shortest Path in GraphsMedium

Tests knowledge of graph algorithms and ability to reason about complexity.

QueueSearchingGraphsPershing
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Execution3 questions · ~31 min
Balance Speed, Quality, and ScopeMedium

Describe how you handled a tough trade-off between shipping fast, maintaining quality, and reducing scope.

Trade-offsRisk AssessmentScope ManagementPershing
Design Process for New FeatureMedium

Explain how you execute a UX/UI design process from discovery to handoff, including stakeholder alignment, trade-offs, and success criteria.

Trade-offsRoadmappingScope ManagementPershing
Design a Production Rollback PlanMedium

Design a rollback plan for a failed production deployment, including triggers, ownership, validation, and safe recovery steps.

Rollback PlanSuccess CriteriaRisk AssessmentPershing

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Behavioral & Leadership9 questions · ~92 min
Resolving a High-Stakes Technical ProblemEasy

Tests ownership and judgment in solving a difficult technical problem under ambiguity, including prioritization, communication, and measurable results.

OwnershipDealing With AmbiguityPershing
Choosing Agile vs WaterfallEasy

Tests how you choose between Agile and Waterfall in a real project, align stakeholders, and adapt execution when requirements change.

CommunicationDealing With AmbiguityPrioritizationPershing
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