50+ Real Backend Interview Experiences (2–6 YOE) with Tushar Mahajan

**What is this?** A curated collection of 50+ real backend interview experiences shared by engineers with 2–6 years of experience — covering companies like startups, product firms, and big tech. Each experience breaks down the actual questions asked, the thought process expected, and the mistakes that cost candidates the offer. **Who is this for?** Backend engineers with 2–6 years of experience actively preparing for their next role — especially those who want to know what interviews *actually* look like at their target companies, not just what LeetCode says they should look like. **What will you walk away with?** ✅ A realistic picture of what interviewers test at each stage (DSA, LLD, HLD, and behavioural) ✅ Patterns across companies so you can prioritise your prep smartly ✅ Confidence to walk into interviews knowing what to expect — not guessing Stop preparing in the dark. Read what real candidates experienced, and prepare like someone who already knows what's coming.