Process
The interview process involved two rounds of technical interviews.
A third round consisted of two technical interviews and a previous experience interview.
Communication with the recruiter was difficult throughout the process.
Furthermore, one of the interviewers in the final round did not show up, requiring a reschedule.
Overall, communication felt very poor.
Questions
What was your past technical experience like?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 35 interview experiences for the Block Software Engineer role in Canada.
Success Rate
Block's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in Canada is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Block's Software Engineer interview process in Canada.
Block Work Experiences
- 4.0Great People, Poor VisionSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Francisco, California, United StatesSeptember 3, 2022Pros: Culture & mission Work-life balance Nice peopleCons: Comp No technical vision, needs to hire a CTO.
- 5.0Overall, a great company if you like work-life balanceSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesAugust 9, 2023Pros: Work-life balance, good products, fully remote.Cons: Engineering infrastructure could be better.
- 3.0Good Pay, Toxic PoliticsSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeSydney, New South Wales, AustraliaSeptember 15, 2025Pros: Good pay and health insurance.Cons: Too much politics ruins the culture, and talented people leave.
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