Software Engineer Interview Experience - Seoul, South Korea
Process
I applied through LinkedIn. The recruiter then sent me a programming test link, which had two easy problems.
Next, I received a call for the next step. This involved a three-round, one-on-one interview, with each round lasting one hour. The interviews were conducted on HackerRank.
- The first two rounds contained one problem each.
- The last round had two problems.
I was able to solve all four problems before the specified time. After solving them, I was asked to analyze the memory and time complexity of my code.
Following this, I received no response. I emailed after one week to inquire about the status of my application. They sent a default rejection email without providing a specific reason.
I strongly recommend not applying here. Perhaps they simply enjoy experimenting with candidates' precious time.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 8 interview experiences for the Coupang Software Engineer role in Seoul, South Korea.
Success Rate
Coupang's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in Seoul, South Korea is fairly selective, failing a large portion of engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Coupang's Software Engineer interview process in Seoul, South Korea.
Coupang Work Experiences
- 3.0Fast-moving environment, learning experienceSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeDecember 27, 2022Pros: Good compensation, smart people working with KR, CH, US.Cons: urgency with all the time.
- 1.0Very poor management cultureSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesFebruary 19, 2023Pros: Salary is good, the same as FAANG.Cons: Work-life balance: The company, despite being valued at around 30 billion, lacks work-life balance and effective management strategies. US employees are required to work overtime frequently to accommodate the Korean business team, which could be prevented with better long-term planning and clear milestones. Poor management culture: The managers lack a long-term vision and frequently change plans, causing developers to work on weekends, nights, and holidays. Alternative days off promised by managers are not reliable since plans are subject to frequent changes. Too much politics: The company culture is politically driven, and some employees who talk well but do little work tend to receive better performance reviews due to the stack-ranking system. This job can negatively impact one's mental health, and earning the same amount by working two or more jobs is a more viable option than working here.
- 4.0Good tech company in KoreaSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSeoul, South KoreaMarch 7, 2024Pros: Business is still in good shape. It still has potential to grow. Compensation is good. Work-life balance depends on the team.Cons: Business-driven and trying to move way too fast based on business decisions, so tech teams may be exhausted sometimes.
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