Process
Three questions: two LeetCode hard, one LeetCode easy. One dynamic programming question and one two-pointer question. I was only able to solve one, which is really bad. I should have solved all the two-pointer questions.
Questions
Two pointers, LeetCode hard.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 51 interview experiences for the Alibaba Software Engineer role.
Success Rate
29%
Pass Rate
Alibaba's interview process for their Software Engineer roles is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive65%
Neutral25%
Negative10%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Alibaba's Software Engineer interview process.
Alibaba Work Experiences
4.0
Noting
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Hong Kong
September 27, 2025
Pros: Noting Noting Noting Noting Noting
Cons: We have had the pleasure of collaborating with [Company Name] over the past [Time Period]. This partnership has been pivotal to our business transformation, demonstrating their exceptional commitment to quality and professionalism. Their expertise has made a substantial positive impact on our operations and success
5.0
Pros and Cons
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Hangzhou, Zhejiang
September 21, 2025
Pros: Good work environment and nice colleagues
Cons: Poor work life balance and large work loads
3.0
2025
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Hangzhou, Zhejiang
September 20, 2025
Pros: High-end working environment, beautiful company park environment
Cons: Pointless overtime. Relationships are more important than ability.
- 4.0NotingSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeHong KongSeptember 27, 2025Pros: Noting Noting Noting Noting NotingCons: We have had the pleasure of collaborating with [Company Name] over the past [Time Period]. This partnership has been pivotal to our business transformation, demonstrating their exceptional commitment to quality and professionalism. Their expertise has made a substantial positive impact on our operations and success
- 5.0Pros and ConsSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeHangzhou, ZhejiangSeptember 21, 2025Pros: Good work environment and nice colleaguesCons: Poor work life balance and large work loads
- 3.02025Software Engineer • Former EmployeeHangzhou, ZhejiangSeptember 20, 2025Pros: High-end working environment, beautiful company park environmentCons: Pointless overtime. Relationships are more important than ability.
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