PayPal - Senior Software Engineer Frontend Interview Experience
Summary
I interviewed for a Senior Software Engineer - Frontend position at PayPal, undergoing 6 rounds over two months covering DSA, System Design, React, and behavioral topics. I successfully received an of...
Interview Experience
## Interview Process Overview The interview process consisted of 6 rounds spanning approximately 2 months: 1. Online HackerRank Assessment (90 minutes) 2. DSA Round (45 minutes) 3. System Design Round (45 minutes) 4. Tech Specialization Round (60 minutes) 5. Bar Raiser Round (45 minutes) 6. Final ...
Interview Questions (13)
Implement React Cart Management System
OtherTopological Sort
Data Structures & AlgorithmsDesign a Payment Gateway System
System DesignReact Internals Conceptual Questions
OtherPseudocode for React Diffing Algorithm
OtherImplement React Currency Converter
OtherBehavioral Questions
BehavioralLeadership & Mentorship Questions
BehavioralTechnical Ownership Questions
BehavioralRemove Minimum Substring for Unique Characters
Data Structures & AlgorithmsDeep Copy with Array Length Update
Data Structures & AlgorithmsPreparation Tips
## Key Takeaways & Preparation Tips ### 1. Backend System Design (Even for Frontend Roles) - PayPal emphasizes backend system design knowledge - Focus on services, data flow, and high-level architecture ### 2. Strong DSA Foundation - DSA appears in multiple rounds - Practice medium to hard problem...


