Software Development Engineer 2
Shallow Copy vs Deep Copy
Differentiate between a shallow copy and a deep copy in Java, explaining how object references are handled in each case.
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JPMorganChase Software Development Engineer 2 Interview Experience
The interview process at JPMorganChase consisted of four comprehensive rounds covering DSA, Core Java, System Design, Software Development Practices, and Managerial discussions. Round 1 focused on data structures, algorithms, and deep Java internals, while Round 2 evaluated high-level system design with a focus on dynamic pricing and concurrency. Round 3 deeply explored production-grade practices including Kafka, security compliance, Spring Boot, and Kubernetes/Istio deployments, concluding with a behavioral Round 4.