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Infinera Engineer Interview Questions
& Process

Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 8 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

3.5 Rounds average
Average Typical difficulty
87.5% Positive experience

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Infinera.

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CAD Engineer

Engineering · more than a year ago

Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Panel Presentation
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral Presentation

The whole hiring process was super smooth and they kept me in the loop. For the interviews, it started with a 30-minute phone chat, then there was a 2-hour video panel where I had to present a PowerPoint showing my career portfolio. The hiring manager was in charge of both parts, with recruiters helping out with the communication side of things.

Confirmed questions2 questions
  • Can you describe your experience with CAD software such as Creo, AutoCAD, and Windchill, and your understanding of GD&T?
  • Regarding remote work, what are your capabilities and preferences?
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Engineer

Engineering · more than a year ago

Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Presentation Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Technical Presentation Behavioral

First, I had a phone call with HR. Then, my future manager called me for a more technical phone interview. A week after, I went for an on-site interview. It included a 45-minute technical presentation and then 10 one-on-one interviews during the day. Be ready for technical questions and questions about why you want to work for Infinera. The people there are friendly, smart, and motivated. I got the job offer a couple days later and I'm glad I took it. The work is interesting and challenging, and the team is dedicated. The company cares about the environment and health, with reusable resources and a gym on site. Overall, it's a great place to work.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • What motivates you to leave your current job and join Infinera?
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Senior Engineer

Engineering

Senior Average Neutral experience Accept offer 6 rounds
Interview process
Phone screen Presentation Technical screen
Interview formats
Technical Presentation

We start with one or two phone calls to screen candidates. If that goes well, you'll come to our office for an interview. The interview begins with a presentation of your past work. I didn't have a PowerPoint, so I used the whiteboard. After that, you might have two to four technical interviews on the same day.

Confirmed questions5 questions
  • Can you discuss digital design concepts?
  • What are your thoughts on FIFO concepts?
  • Could you explain metastability?

Infinera Engineer Interview Questions

Quoted word for word from Infinera interview reports.

How can you apply your research on our product immediately?

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Can you tell me about your experience with GD&T standards?

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Regarding remote work, what are your capabilities and preferences?

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 8 Infinera interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 35%
Presentation 30%
Technical 30%
Group 5%

Interview difficulty

Easy 0%
Average 87.5%
Difficult 12.5%

Candidate experience

Positive 87.5%
Neutral 12.5%