Process
The online assessment was hosted on HackerRank and consisted of two questions. Both were medium LeetCode-style problems.
The first question was based on the sliding window technique. The second question was based on dynamic programming.
I solved both questions but have not yet received a reply.
Questions
The online assessment was conducted on HackerRank.
It consisted of two questions, both of which were medium LeetCode questions.
The first question was based on the sliding window topic. The second question was based on the dynamic programming topic.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 18 interview experiences for the Citadel Software Engineering Intern role in United States.
Success Rate
Citadel's interview process for their Software Engineering Intern roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Citadel's Software Engineering Intern interview process in United States.
Citadel Work Experiences
- 5.0Good perks, good career development, longer hours than normal big tech SWESoftware Engineering Intern • Former EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesAugust 25, 2021Pros: In-person internship, great perks (like going to the Four Seasons in FL).Cons: Iffy WLB, but not unreasonable.
- 5.0Great Ownership, Smart PeopleSoftware Engineering Intern • Former EmployeeChicago, Illinois, United StatesNovember 4, 2017Pros: Smart people. Things get done. Large amount of ownership given over projects.Cons: Not much. Hard to beat free food as well.
- 2.0Awful work-life balance, pay stagnatesSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesSeptember 14, 2022Pros: Good pay compared to FAANG, though less than other firms in the industry.Cons: Awful work-life balance. Most people work 55+ hours, and many work over 70. The bonus goes into Ken's pocket, and compensation tends to stagnate over time.
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