Software Engineer Interview Experience - New York, New York
October 1, 2017
Neutral ExperienceGot Offer
Process
First, you need to do four programming questions. These questions are basic programming questions, which are just a little related to algorithms.
After the programming questions, you will record a one-minute video.
Questions
Why are you interested in BlackRock, and why are you qualified for this role?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 48 interview experiences for the BlackRock Software Engineer role in New York, New York.
Success Rate
17%
Pass Rate
BlackRock's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in New York, New York is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive50%
Neutral38%
Negative13%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for BlackRock's Software Engineer interview process in New York, New York.
BlackRock Work Experiences
5.0
World-class firm
Software Engineer • Current Employee
New York, New York, United States
January 29, 2023
Pros: Lots of opportunities to explore what you want to do internally, surrounded by super smart and humble people, working alongside top minds in finance and economics. Very great work-life balance, amazing benefits package. Internal mobility is encouraged. Truly global, a top firm in the world for asset management. Ample opportunities to grow into leadership roles.
Cons: Sometimes it can be slow-moving, with lots of guardrails and hierarchies to navigate. It's also a bit behind on state-of-the-art stuff.
3.0
Learned Financials, Low Pay
Software Engineer • Former Employee
New York, New York, United States
January 23, 2024
Pros: Learn a lot about the Financial Market.
Cons: Low compensation and low bonus.
1.0
Awful, Awful Place
Software Engineer • Current Employee
New York, New York, United States
December 9, 2024
Pros: Can't think of any pros.
Cons: Terribly rude management, overworked like crazy, never considered for promotions.
- 5.0World-class firmSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesJanuary 29, 2023Pros: Lots of opportunities to explore what you want to do internally, surrounded by super smart and humble people, working alongside top minds in finance and economics. Very great work-life balance, amazing benefits package. Internal mobility is encouraged. Truly global, a top firm in the world for asset management. Ample opportunities to grow into leadership roles.Cons: Sometimes it can be slow-moving, with lots of guardrails and hierarchies to navigate. It's also a bit behind on state-of-the-art stuff.
- 3.0Learned Financials, Low PaySoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesJanuary 23, 2024Pros: Learn a lot about the Financial Market.Cons: Low compensation and low bonus.
- 1.0Awful, Awful PlaceSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesDecember 9, 2024Pros: Can't think of any pros.Cons: Terribly rude management, overworked like crazy, never considered for promotions.
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