Java Engineer Interview Experience - Phoenix, Arizona
Process
I had an initial FaceTime interview during which I was asked basics about Java and edited a shared document a couple of times to show basic Java skills.
This was followed by a FaceTime interview with two engineers and a project manager where I was asked more about the intricacies of Java and talked about projects, experience, etc.
Questions
What is the difference between a thread and a process?
How are collisions handled with a HashMap in Java?
What is the difference between starting and running a thread?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the American Express Java Engineer role in Phoenix, Arizona.
Success Rate
American Express's interview process for their Java Engineer roles in Phoenix, Arizona is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for American Express's Java Engineer interview process in Phoenix, Arizona.
American Express Work Experiences
- 3.0Good Technologies, Less PayJava Engineer • Current EmployeeMarch 9, 2022Pros: Good for improving technical skills. Good processes.Cons: Less hike. Less opportunities on.
- 4.0Laid-Back, if that's your sort of thingSoftware Engineer(Internship) • Former EmployeePhoenix, Arizona, United StatesNovember 11, 2025Pros: - Competitive pay in a low cost-of-living area (Phoenix, AZ) - Clear goals and demands - Fun environment for summer internsCons: - My mentor was gone for 3 out of the 10 weeks of the internship, leaving me a bit stranded with regards to developmental roadblocks. - I did not like Phoenix in the summer (personal preference).
- 4.0Good Balance, Low SalarySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeePhoenix, Arizona, United StatesNovember 9, 2025Pros: provide a good work-life balanceCons: The salary is not very competitive, and it's a really traditional company.
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