Process
Had a coding session where they did not do LeetCode. Instead, it was a series of 5 questions about data transformation from a JSON API that was more suited to SQL.
Anyway, I completed 4 of the 5 questions and by the end, it gets tedious. I explained how I would finish it. The questions are not difficult, but given so many in a 45-minute time, it gets really tedious. The data set was also large.
Interviewer wanted to end the interview, so she cut off my coding about 5 minutes before the end. She seemed pretty stressed for working at Calm. I got an instant reject email right after the interview. I've never had that before; usually, they take a few days.
Anyway, I think it was obvious from solving 4 of the 5 successfully that I was going to finish the 5th in a short matter of time, but I don't think she really cared about it, to be honest.
Anyway, reading other reviews here seems like a bad culture there. You would think otherwise, but...
Questions
5 questions that are better suited to SQL...
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 4 interview experiences for the Calm Senior Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
Calm's interview process for their Senior Software Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for Calm's Senior Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Calm Work Experiences
- 5.0Amazing Team, Autonomous PaceSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeJune 13, 2020Pros: Everyone I worked with was incredible. Fast-moving, amazing team, very autonomous culture that is reflective of a rocket ship company.Cons: Not really cons, but more about fit: * If you need more hand-holding and don't thrive well in an autonomous culture, this probably isn't the place for you. * Not everyone is really into meditation, but everyone is amazing at what they do.
- 5.0A true rocketship! 🚀Staff Software Engineer • Former EmployeeDecember 14, 2021Pros: Saw the company double in impact and size repeatedly while employed here. The entire team has a hustle that is a joy to be a part of. Fantastic fit for the ambitious who balance their execution with mindfulness.Cons: None that I can speak of, and leadership encourages an open dialogue to ensure that cons don't stay cons for long.
- 1.0An absolute joke of a companySoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeOctober 18, 2024Pros: Most coworkers are fun. The company is fully remote, and pay/benefits are adequate.Cons: The company is very disorganized and doesn’t have a clear vision for the future. Calm had its biggest success during COVID, but things have been downhill since then. Management talks a lot but doesn’t follow through, and there’s no real plan for moving forward. Projects are poorly planned, and you often have to figure things out on your own with little support. It can be frustrating working in an environment where priorities are unclear and you’re left to handle things independently. For those seeking clear leadership, I would advise considering other options. The lack of long-term strategy and accountability has a negative impact on the overall work culture.
