Software Engineer Manager Interview Experience - Waterloo, Ontario
Process
Applied via internal referral for a senior engineering role, but I was advised to interview for a Software Engineer Manager position.
The interview was average to above average, with tons of generic questions.
Good vibe. I had natural synergy with the interviewers.
I was ghosted for many weeks and had to follow up several times with HR.
No offer was extended.
Questions
How do you develop your management skills?
Describe the job of a manager.
What's your dream job? What do you want to do?
Most recent book you read?
What podcast do you listen to?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Block Software Engineer Manager role in Waterloo, Ontario.
Success Rate
Block's interview process for their Software Engineer Manager roles in Waterloo, Ontario is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Block's Software Engineer Manager interview process in Waterloo, Ontario.
Block Work Experiences
- 5.0Amazing place to workSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeWaterloo, Ontario, CanadaAugust 14, 2023Pros: Great overall. Great career development.Cons: None at all. Really great organization.
- 4.0Organized, Impactful ProjectsSoftware Engineering Intern • Former EmployeeWaterloo, Ontario, CanadaOctober 30, 2020Pros: Very organized internship program with impactful projects.Cons: Can't really think of any.
- 4.0Good Vibe, Boring ProjectsSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeVancouver, British Columbia, CanadaNovember 7, 2025Pros: Good work-life balance, culture, people, and less politics.Cons: No interesting project, low stock price.
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