SoftBank Software Engineer Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 9 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at SoftBank.
SoftBank
Software Engineer Intern
Intern Average Neutral experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
After applying and doing a video interview, I got a 30-minute online interview with a senior engineer. They asked me some questions to introduce myself and talk about my interest in the role.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What motivated you to apply for this position?
SoftBank
Software Engineer
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
First, I filled out a general application form with my academic and work history. Then I had an online interview via Zoom, followed by a second interview also via Zoom. The third and final interview will likely be in-person.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- What makes you want to join SoftBank?
- What are your aspirations for this position?
SoftBank
Software Engineer
Mid Average Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I had a call interview first, where they asked some basic questions like why you want to work in Japan. Then, I did a Skype interview, and they asked similar questions. Lastly, I had the face-to-face interview, which was a classic type. They asked many questions, like why you want to join this company and why you want to work in Japan. Just to mention, the job offer was for 2018.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What are your reasons for wanting to work in Japan?
SoftBank Software Engineer Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from SoftBank interview reports.
“Can you explain what the cloud is in a physical sense?”
Read reports →“Could you explain what a black-red tree is and describe how to implement it?”
Read reports →“What makes you interested in SoftBank?”
Read reports →“What are your reasons for wanting to work in Japan?”
Read reports →“What makes you want to join SoftBank?”
Read report →“What is your educational background?”
Read report →“Could you tell me about your personality?”
Read report →“What makes you want to work here?”
Read report →“What are your aspirations for this position?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 9 SoftBank interview reports.