I applied online. The process took 5 weeks. I interviewed at Cisco (Research Triangle Park, NC)
Interview
Initially it was a phone screen to get an idea whether or not it would be good to proceed with the interview process. The phone screen was also an opportunity to describe the position to me so that I could determine if it's a role I would be interested in should the interview process continue. The first interview was with a panel of a few managers. Once I progressed I was interviewed by senior management. The interview process included verifying the items on my resume as well as talking openly about accomplishments and general methods of management. They really tried to get a feel for how I deal with different difficult situations as well as the day to day management of technical resources. The senior leadership tried to apply pressure to see how I react and whether or not I was easily shaken.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They ask questions to figure out if you are honest or would be willing to bend your character for the sake of the company. They do not hire dishonest people so even when pressured it is a bad idea to be dishonest. Example: If you were presenting a monthly review to a customer and you know that your metrics are not up to par but you have already taken care of the support gap, wouldn't it be OK in that situation to fudge the numbers just a little and avoid a potential customer escalation or financial penalty?
I applied through a staffing agency. I interviewed at Cisco (New Delhi) in Mar 2025
Interview
difficult TA team. all of them were very confused all along. They started off with the screening round followed by technical and then final interview which is personal interview round.
Good and very thorough. They usually do 4-5 rounds but mostly test on how much you would align to the role.
Quite a nice company to work for and your team would support you. Good work life balance.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Cisco (Hyderābād) in Oct 2024
Interview
2 levels of technical and then 1 level by managerial level. Finally by HR team. finally offer will be given based on selection. You need to join the joining date mentioned in offer letter. Submit all education docs and employment docs.