Software Development Engineer (SDE) Interview Experience - Seattle, Washington
Process
Data Structures & Algorithms
Medium/Hard LeetCode style.
Time complexity discussion.
Edge cases & testing.
System Design (simplified for SDE I)
Not large-scale architecture.
Examples: design a URL shortener, elevator system, or parking lot.
More about object-oriented design, APIs, and tradeoffs.
Behavioral (Leadership Principles)
Deep dive into past experiences.
Expect “Tell me about a time you disagreed with your manager…”
Bar Raiser Interview
One interviewer is a Bar Raiser (ensures high hiring standards).
Mix of coding + behavioral, with extra focus on LP alignment.
Questions
Search in a Rotated Sorted Array
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 114 interview experiences for the Amazon Software Development Engineer (SDE) role in Seattle, Washington.
Success Rate
Amazon's interview process for their Software Development Engineer (SDE) roles in Seattle, Washington is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Amazon's Software Development Engineer (SDE) interview process in Seattle, Washington.
Amazon Work Experiences
- 2.0Software Development EngineerSoftware Development Engineer (SDE) • Former EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesNovember 13, 2025Pros: A good place to learn, and the payment is not bad.Cons: Poor management can lead to unnecessary stress and even impact your standing within the company. Tight schedules and deadlines make work stressful.
- 1.0Don't join Guard DutySoftware Development Engineer (SDE) • Former EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesNovember 6, 2025Pros: There are no pros, only cons.Cons: Worst work culture and worst leadership.
- 4.0Good Growth, Lots To DoSoftware Development Engineer (SDE) • Former EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesNovember 3, 2025Pros: Good for work and growthCons: Lots of things to do
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