Cisco
Manual Tester
Practice for Manual Tester
Cisco
Initial Screening & Values Alignment
20 minutesThis round serves as an initial screening to assess the candidate's basic qualifications, experience, and alignment with Cisco's core values and culture. It also aims to gauge the candidate's understanding of the role and their motivation for joining Cisco .
5 minutesTell me about your background in software testing and why you chose this career path.
5 minutesWhat do you know about Cisco and our products/services? Why are you interested in working for Cisco specifically?
5 minutesCisco is committed to 'Powering an Inclusive Future for All'. How do you see yourself contributing to a diverse and inclusive work environment?
All interviews are private and won't be shared with the recruiters.
Technical Proficiency & Manual Testing Fundamentals
30 minutesThis round focuses on evaluating the candidate's core knowledge and practical skills in manual testing methodologies, testing types, and the software development lifecycle. It assesses their ability to apply testing principles to real-world scenarios .
5 minutesExplain the software development life cycle (SDLC) and how testing fits into each stage.
5 minutesDescribe the different types of testing you have performed (e.g., functional, regression, integration, user acceptance testing). Give examples of when you would use each type.
5 minutesHow do you write a test case? What components should it include?
5 minutesExplain boundary value analysis and equivalence partitioning with examples.
All interviews are private and won't be shared with the recruiters.
Behavioral & Teamwork Assessment
20 minutesThis round explores the candidate's soft skills, teamwork abilities, and problem-solving approach in collaborative settings. It aims to understand how the candidate handles challenges, communicates with stakeholders, and contributes to a team environment, aligning with Cisco's emphasis on collaboration and innovation .
5 minutesDescribe a time you worked in a team and faced challenges. How did you resolve them?
5 minutesHow do you ensure effective communication with stakeholders regarding testing progress and issues?
5 minutesWhat strategies do you use to manage conflicts within a testing team?
All interviews are private and won't be shared with the recruiters.