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Software Engineer Interview Experience - United Kingdom

May 1, 2021
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Process

I applied for two roles: one for which I was perfectly qualified, and another for which I was not.

I was told that I was rejected for the perfect role, with no explanation. A screening was scheduled for the other role, which was implied to be by phone. So, I just assumed they would call me.

I received an email a few minutes after it was due to start with a Zoom link. Late, and what if I wasn't at a computer? Not a good start.

The screening itself was fine, and the interviewer was polite and easy to talk to.

I inquired about the rejection and was told that they had no information about it.

I was told there would be four more rounds:

  • A live coding test
  • A take-home challenge
  • A systems design discussion
  • A final round with the hiring manager

I decided not to proceed. It wasn't the worst experience ever, but I just sort of lost interest by the end of the first round.

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Interview Statistics

The following metrics were computed from 4 interview experiences for the Datadog Software Engineer role in United Kingdom.

Success Rate

0%
Pass Rate

Datadog's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in the United Kingdom is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.

Experience Rating

Positive0%
Neutral25%
Negative75%

Candidates reported having very negative feelings for Datadog's Software Engineer interview process in United Kingdom.

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