Process
First, you need to pass the OA test. The OA test is similar to the questions on Leetcode. If you do well in the OA test, the recruiter will contact you to arrange an interview.
Questions
A question about dynamic programming.
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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
6%
Pass 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
Positive37%
Neutral44%
Negative20%
Candidates reported having good feelings for Citadel's Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Citadel Work Experiences
5.0
Smart colleagues, driven environment
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Chicago, Illinois, United States
April 8, 2021
Pros: In the past, I've worked in a lot of different environments and generally found that people are either friendly OR competent. In my experience, my colleagues at Citadel are (as a rule) both, which makes it a great place to work. Having colleagues that set the bar high helps me strive to grow in my own skillset.
Cons: A very fast-paced environment where everyone has more work on their to-do list than will ever get done. You have to be careful to manage the workload properly to avoid burnout.
4.0
Good Company, Great Environment
Software Engineer • Former Employee
August 26, 2020
Pros: This is a good company and a good environment.
Cons: Nothing to specify about cons.
5.0
Impactful work, tough problems, fast-paced environment
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Chicago, Illinois, United States
March 14, 2019
Pros: A ton of challenging problems along the entire stack--you are not pigeonholed.
Daily production code releases pushing out new features.
Hard work is rewarded very well.
Cons: Not ideal if you are looking for an easy 9-5 software job. This firm will push your limits.
- 5.0Smart colleagues, driven environmentSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeChicago, Illinois, United StatesApril 8, 2021Pros: In the past, I've worked in a lot of different environments and generally found that people are either friendly OR competent. In my experience, my colleagues at Citadel are (as a rule) both, which makes it a great place to work. Having colleagues that set the bar high helps me strive to grow in my own skillset.Cons: A very fast-paced environment where everyone has more work on their to-do list than will ever get done. You have to be careful to manage the workload properly to avoid burnout.
- 4.0Good Company, Great EnvironmentSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeAugust 26, 2020Pros: This is a good company and a good environment.Cons: Nothing to specify about cons.
- 5.0Impactful work, tough problems, fast-paced environmentSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeChicago, Illinois, United StatesMarch 14, 2019Pros: A ton of challenging problems along the entire stack--you are not pigeonholed. Daily production code releases pushing out new features. Hard work is rewarded very well.Cons: Not ideal if you are looking for an easy 9-5 software job. This firm will push your limits.
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