I had two phone interviews with DE Shaw, each lasting an hour.
Neither of them was very technical.
I expected to be asked brain teasers, given that DE Shaw is known for them, or at least a coding question. Instead, I received a lot of behavioral questions or requests to explain the projects I've done.
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The following metrics were computed from 13 interview experiences for the D. E. Shaw Software Developer role in United States.
D. E. Shaw's interview process for their Software Developer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Candidates reported having good feelings for D. E. Shaw's Software Developer interview process in United States.