Bending Spoons

Software Engineer Interview Experience - Milan, Italy

October 31, 2016

Positive ExperienceGot Offer

Process

I applied online. The process took 4 weeks.

I applied through the company website, attaching my resumé and cover letter.

First, there was an initial interview via Skype with one of the founders.
Next was a coding challenge that was quite demanding in terms of effort, where they tested my ability to write good software and solve non-trivial problems.
Then there was a problem-solving phase on their website, consisting of 8 quite tough problems, each of which took between 60 and 90 minutes to complete.
Finally, there was another technical interview with the founders.

Questions

What was my biggest failure, and what did I learn from it?

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Interview Statistics

The following metrics were computed from 74 interview experiences for the Bending Spoons Software Engineer role in Milan, Italy.

Success Rate

27%

Pass Rate

Bending Spoons's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in Milan, Italy is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.

Experience Rating

Positive58%

Neutral23%

Negative19%

Candidates reported having very good feelings for Bending Spoons's Software Engineer interview process in Milan, Italy.

Bending Spoons Work Experiences

The all-in-one workplace for people who want to excel

Software Engineer • Current Employee

Pros: - Lots of fun, knowledgable and driven colleagues - End to end responsibilities on apps with huge user base that allow you to keep growing as an engineer - Great compensation, not only financially but also including very fun retreats

Cons: - Working at Bending is not made for people who prefer to relax and are fine with the status quo. For those who embrace the Bending culture of moving fast, I don't see considerable disadvantages.

The all-in-one workplace for people who want to excel

Software Engineer • Current Employee

Pros: - Lots of fun, knowledgable and driven colleagues - End to end responsibilities on apps with huge user base that allow you to keep growing as an engineer - Great compensation, not only financially but also including very fun retreats

Cons: - Working at Bending is not made for people who prefer to relax and are fine with the status quo. For those who embrace the Bending culture of moving fast, I don't see considerable disadvantages.

Great place to work

Software Engineer • Current Employee

Pros: Fast-paced environment, the possibility to learn a lot, quick, brilliant colleagues, and a lot of challenges. Ability to have an impact right away.

Cons: In some teams more than others, not a 9-to-5 place.

Great place to work

Software Engineer • Current Employee

Pros: Fast-paced environment, the possibility to learn a lot, quick, brilliant colleagues, and a lot of challenges. Ability to have an impact right away.

Cons: In some teams more than others, not a 9-to-5 place.

I am a Spooner, and I love it!

Software Engineer • Current Employee

January 20, 2018

Pros: - flat organization: no bosses or bureaucracy of any kind, everybody is focused on building great products; - full transparency: you are involved in any company decision and/or issues; - full ownership: anyone can propose new products and/or features; - training: spooners would love to share their knowledge with you; - nice people: we really enjoy spending time together inside and outside of the office;

Cons: I often find myself working more than 8 hours per day, even if I am not asked to do so... when you are happy with your job, you don't actually check the time!

I am a Spooner, and I love it!

Software Engineer • Current Employee

January 20, 2018

Pros: - flat organization: no bosses or bureaucracy of any kind, everybody is focused on building great products; - full transparency: you are involved in any company decision and/or issues; - full ownership: anyone can propose new products and/or features; - training: spooners would love to share their knowledge with you; - nice people: we really enjoy spending time together inside and outside of the office;

Cons: I often find myself working more than 8 hours per day, even if I am not asked to do so... when you are happy with your job, you don't actually check the time!

The all-in-one workplace for people who want to excel

Software Engineer • Current Employee

Pros: - Lots of fun, knowledgable and driven colleagues - End to end responsibilities on apps with huge user base that allow you to keep growing as an engineer - Great compensation, not only financially but also including very fun retreats

Cons: - Working at Bending is not made for people who prefer to relax and are fine with the status quo. For those who embrace the Bending culture of moving fast, I don't see considerable disadvantages.

5.0
The all-in-one workplace for people who want to excel
Software Engineer • Current Employee
June 28, 2024
Pros: - Lots of fun, knowledgable and driven colleagues - End to end responsibilities on apps with huge user base that allow you to keep growing as an engineer - Great compensation, not only financially but also including very fun retreats
Cons: - Working at Bending is not made for people who prefer to relax and are fine with the status quo. For those who embrace the Bending culture of moving fast, I don't see considerable disadvantages.

Great place to work

Software Engineer • Current Employee

Pros: Fast-paced environment, the possibility to learn a lot, quick, brilliant colleagues, and a lot of challenges. Ability to have an impact right away.

Cons: In some teams more than others, not a 9-to-5 place.

5.0
Great place to work
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Milan
June 28, 2023
Pros: Fast-paced environment, the possibility to learn a lot, quick, brilliant colleagues, and a lot of challenges. Ability to have an impact right away.
Cons: In some teams more than others, not a 9-to-5 place.

I am a Spooner, and I love it!

Software Engineer • Current Employee

January 20, 2018

Pros: - flat organization: no bosses or bureaucracy of any kind, everybody is focused on building great products; - full transparency: you are involved in any company decision and/or issues; - full ownership: anyone can propose new products and/or features; - training: spooners would love to share their knowledge with you; - nice people: we really enjoy spending time together inside and outside of the office;

Cons: I often find myself working more than 8 hours per day, even if I am not asked to do so... when you are happy with your job, you don't actually check the time!

5.0
I am a Spooner, and I love it!
Software Engineer • Current Employee
January 20, 2018
Pros: - flat organization: no bosses or bureaucracy of any kind, everybody is focused on building great products; - full transparency: you are involved in any company decision and/or issues; - full ownership: anyone can propose new products and/or features; - training: spooners would love to share their knowledge with you; - nice people: we really enjoy spending time together inside and outside of the office;
Cons: I often find myself working more than 8 hours per day, even if I am not asked to do so... when you are happy with your job, you don't actually check the time!

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