Rocket Database Engineer Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 15 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Rocket.
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Database Developer
Entry Average Positive experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
It was pretty simple, not too hard. They asked basic questions about core database concepts and management, database structures, and the tools used in the project. Also discussed working process, role and responsibilities.
Confirmed questions1 question
- How would you approach a database migration?
Rocket
Database Administrator
Mid Average Neutral experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Take home Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Coding Behavioral
Took an online hackerrank exam that was over 2 hours. After clearing that, I had a 5:1 interview with the Hiring Manager, a Sr. Director, a Sr. Software Engineer, a Sr. DBA, and a Teammate.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- Tell me about Database concepts.
- Can you explain ACID properties?
- How do you write SQL queries?
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Database Administrator
Senior Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral Other
I had a phone interview where they asked technical questions, and then I went to an in-person interview that involved situational and culture fit questions.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Could you explain the functionality of SQL Always On and detail its use in your current role?
- Can you share your experience with cloud technologies?
Rocket Database Engineer Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Rocket interview reports.
“What's the difference between SQL and NoSQL?”
Read reports →“What are the reasons for choosing a 'Declare Table' over a temporary table?”
Read reports →“What are the steps for normalizing a database to 3NF?”
Read reports →“Could you define what a 'Declare Table' is?”
Read reports →“What are the key responsibilities of a Database Administrator?”
Read report →“How do you write SQL queries?”
Read report →“Can you describe the distinctions between various types of indexes and provide scenarios for their application?”
Read report →“Could you tell me what you know about Quicken Loans?”
Read report →“Do you have any technical questions about MS SQL?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 15 Rocket interview reports.