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I was given the test and rejected because my resume didn't match the hiring needs.
We have carefully reviewed your education and experience in consideration of our hiring needs. While your credentials are impressive, we believe there is not a close enough match between your qualifications and our current hiring requirements. Therefore, we regret that we are unable to schedule an interview for you at this time.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 126 interview experiences for the Citadel Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
Citadel's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having good feelings for Citadel's Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Citadel Work Experiences
- 1.0Disappointing Experience with Poor Work-Life BalanceSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesMarch 3, 2025Pros: High compensation, smart colleagues, access to top-tier technology.Cons: Toxic work culture, unrealistic expectations, poor work-life balance, lack of support from management, and a high burnout rate.
- 4.0In general, it's a good place for your experienceSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeDecember 1, 2019Pros: Highest concentration of smart people to learn from. Free breakfast, lunch, and dinner (if you stay late). Good compensation level and benefits. If they let you go, they compensate.Cons: 401k vested only after 3 years. They usually let people go extremely quick. There are no institutional systems really; it all depends on your boss (learning, career advancement, travel, work evaluation, etc.). If you fall out of favor and were doing a great job, nothing can protect you. Lots of brainwashing from management about "company goals."
- 4.0Good exposure, zero job securitySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeHong Kong, Hong Kong, ChinaMay 18, 2023Pros: Very smart co-workers, good vision, and good PnL.Cons: Overall, a very stressful environment with no job security.
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