Software Development Engineer 2
Long Polling vs. Normal Polling
Explain the differences between long polling and normal polling, providing examples of their implementations, especially with respect to a notification feature you developed.
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PayU Software Development Engineer 2 Interview Experience
The PayU interview process for the Software Engineer (Frontend) position was comprehensive and technically oriented. Candidates will face a series of questions encompassing advanced frontend topics such as implementing debouncing in React, creating infinite scrolling through pagination, and understanding polling mechanisms. The final round was particularly challenging, focusing on practical coding tasks and system design concepts. Overall, the experience at PayU reflects a rigorous evaluation of technical capabilities necessary for a frontend role.