Questions that have appeared at Cisco for an engineering (Behavioral) interview.

1. Collaboration and Teamwork

Question: Can you share an example of a project where you had to work with a team? What was your role, and how did you contribute to the team's success?

Question: Can you describe a time when you faced conflict within your team? How did you handle it?

Question: Describe a situation where you disagreed with a team member. How did you communicate your viewpoint and work towards a resolution?

2. Problem Solving

Question: Describe a time when you had to solve a complex problem. What was your approach, and what was the outcome?

Question: Can you share an instance where you had to make an important decision with limited information? How did you handle it?

Question: Tell us about a time when you identified a potential problem before it became significant. What actions did you take to address it?

3. Adaptability

Question: Describe a situation where you had to adapt to significant changes in your work or project. How did you handle it?

Question: Can you share an example of when you had to adjust your plans or strategies due to unforeseen circumstances?

Question: Tell us about a time when you had to learn a new technology or tool for a project. How did you approach this?

4. Leadership and Initiative

Question: Can you give an example of a time when you took the initiative to improve a process or project?

Question: Describe a situation where you had to step up and take a leadership role. What were the challenges, and how did you overcome them?

Question: Tell us about a time when you went above and beyond your job responsibilities. What motivated you to do this?