Process
I found a job listing on a job board and followed the link to their website. The website has a stringent, overly obtuse list of requirements for how to simply formulate an application email.
This is 2018. Why someone looking to hire talented software engineers is concerned with how well they compose an email is beyond me.
You might want to start looking more at the substance of applicants as opposed to your arrogant application requirements. You are easily missing out on a lot of good talent.
Questions
Did you write the perfect cookie-cutter cover letter, complete with "proper capitalization of our oh-so-creative company name!" when you sent your resume?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 11 interview experiences for the Automattic Javascript Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
Automattic's interview process for their Javascript Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for Automattic's Javascript Engineer interview process in United States.
Automattic Work Experiences
- 5.0Legendary working environmentJavascript Engineer • Former EmployeeŌsaka, Osaka, JapanAugust 31, 2020Pros: Friendly culture, engaging mission, flexible hours, amazing compensation and benefits.Cons: A steep learning curve to get integrated into the company. For example, after a 2-month hiring process, you'll be expected to work a customer support role for 2 weeks, then you'll start your major role.
- 5.0Great Communication, Distributed StyleJavascript Engineer • Current EmployeeWarsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, PolandDecember 27, 2020Pros: Transparency, great communication, distributed work style, horizontal structure.Cons: Hard to say, to be honest.
- 5.0Very good experienceJavascript Engineer • Current EmployeeMay 21, 2022Pros: People are very friendly. The challenges are interesting, with a lot of smart people working. Very good balance between work and life.Cons: The company doesn't have a clear set of expectations and doesn't share the salary range or any other kind of reference to identify where you are in your career.
