Software Engineer (Internship) Interview Experience - Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan
Process
They are searching for top talents around the world and want that engineer to solve LeetCode medium/hard problems very quickly and know basic concepts of computer science. Actually, it's not so hard.
Questions
Asked about my project, Java vs. C++, networking, and operating systems.
Coded a linked list sorter algorithm using quicksort, divided into three partitions: left (smaller than pivot), medium (equal to pivot), and right (larger than pivot).
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Citadel Software Engineer (Internship) role in Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan.
Success Rate
Citadel's interview process for their Software Engineer (Internship) roles in Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Citadel's Software Engineer (Internship) interview process in Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan.
Citadel Work Experiences
- 5.0ReviewSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeNew York, NYOctober 15, 2025Pros: Good pay. Challenging projects for early careerCons: The hours are relatively long
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- 3.0Trading Technology alignedSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeSeptember 19, 2025Pros: Budgets for technology are substantial. If you need the fastest hardware, proprietary tooling, or specialized infrastructure, Citadel won’t cut corners.Cons: Unlike a tech company where you might prototype products with more creative freedom, Citadel’s projects are tightly aligned to trading and business goals. Priorities can shift fast if markets demand it.
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