Software Engineer Interview Experience - Cupertino, California
Process
I interviewed with the hiring manager, then with several team members, two at a time.
The final interview was with VPs, one after the other. I was not told beforehand that they would be VPs.
Aside from the background check, this is the final step before an offer is authorized.
My potential co-workers all seemed very capable; there was no bottom 5%, as far as I could see. I hear that laziness or time pressure is the most likely cause of screw-ups or people not wanting to do things thoroughly, rather than people not having the technical know-how.
Questions
Questions on background, coding exercises, how I would approach problems, and how I would debug. All very typical.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 162 interview experiences for the Apple Software Engineer role in Cupertino, California.
Success Rate
Apple's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in Cupertino, California is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Apple's Software Engineer interview process in Cupertino, California.
Apple Work Experiences
- 5.0Senior Software EngineerSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeCupertino, California, United StatesJuly 22, 2016Pros: I work with helpful peers, and there is a strong sense of community and pride. Good opportunities for learning and, of course, Apple has high street credibility.Cons: Work is hard. There are long hours and high expectations. Everyone works hard, so you can't work 40-hour weeks and expect to keep up.
- 5.0Amazing Managers, Sometimes StressfulSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeCupertino, California, United StatesJuly 23, 2019Pros: Depending on the team, it can be a great experience. Managers are usually amazing.Cons: Can be super stressful at times.
- 4.0Lots of smart, interesting people focused on the user experienceSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeCupertino, California, United StatesNovember 6, 2012Pros: Really great products to work on, exciting opportunities, and smart, interesting people to work with. There is a strong culture of focusing on the end-user experience and not irrationally obsessing with features/technology.Cons: It's a big company, so there are the general rules and bureaucracy you don't have at, say, a start-up. There is a strong Apple-focused culture and loyalty, which becomes both a strength and a weakness.
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