Phillips 66 Software Engineer Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Phillips 66.
Phillips 66
Software Engineer
Entry Difficult Positive experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Technical screen Technical screen Background check Recruiter call
Interview formats
Technical Coding Behavioral
So, there were like four rounds in total. The first two were tech interviews, like, they tested my coding and DSA skills. Then there was a manager round where they checked my soft skills, like how I communicate and work with others. The last one was with HR, checking if I'm a good fit for the company culture and talking about job stuff.
Confirmed questions1 question
- There were two DSA questions.
Phillips 66
Software Engineer Intern
Intern Average Positive experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
It was a behavioral interview using the STAR method. For example, they asked me to describe a situation where my team faced challenges and how I helped resolve them.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you share an instance where you adopted a novel method to tackle a problem?
Phillips 66
Software Development Engineer
Mid Average Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Coding Behavioral
The interview mainly focuses on core and domain subjects. Your projects are also quite important. Basic coding knowledge should be sufficient to pass the interview rounds. It's important to be honest about what's on your resume, as everything asked will be based on it.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Were there basic coding questions from linked list and trees?
- Were there domain questions on operating system, DBMS and CN?
- Was SQL also required?
Phillips 66 Software Engineer Interview Questions
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“A straightforward solution using O(mn) space is probably a bad idea. A simple improvement uses O(m + n) space, but still not the best solution. Could you devise a constant space solution?”
Read reports →“Were there domain questions on operating system, DBMS and CN?”
Read reports →“Could you share an experience that seemed minor initially but ended up being significant in your life?”
Read reports →“Were there basic coding questions from linked list and trees?”
Read reports →“Tell me about a time you faced a decision and chose to take no action.”
Read report →“Can you share an instance where you adopted a novel method to tackle a problem?”
Read report →“Can you share an example of a time when you...?”
Read report →“Can you share an instance where you resolved a challenging issue?”
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