Doctolib

Node.js Developer Interview Experience

March 3, 2020

Negative ExperienceNo Offer

Process

I applied online, and an HR round was scheduled. It was really good, and the interviewer was professional. After that, I was given a task to complete with test cases. I submitted the task after clearing all test cases.

After two days, a feedback call was arranged to tell me they won't proceed with my application. The person was non-technical, hence I could not understand the reasons behind it. I asked the person to repeat, but things were still not clear. I also requested if they could send me a note instead, but that request was denied. Even though the intention and the process were something I liked, it didn't help.

Questions

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Doctolib's interview process for their Node.js Developer roles is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.

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Candidates reported having very negative feelings for Doctolib's Node.js Developer interview process.

Doctolib Work Experiences

Pretty good place to work at as an engineer

Sr. Software Engineer • Current Employee

Pros: Mature culture, meaningful mission and strong vision. Motivated people who take their jobs seriously. Competent leadership. Some projects are very interesting.

Cons: Sales driven, not a lot of focus on engineering. Confusing to navigate the corporate bureaucracy at times. Some projects are very demanding.

Pretty good place to work at as an engineer

Sr. Software Engineer • Current Employee

Pros: Mature culture, meaningful mission and strong vision. Motivated people who take their jobs seriously. Competent leadership. Some projects are very interesting.

Cons: Sales driven, not a lot of focus on engineering. Confusing to navigate the corporate bureaucracy at times. Some projects are very demanding.

Four years in & still growing

Senior Talent Development Lead • Current Employee

Pros: Almost four years in, based out of the German HQ, and the excitement for our joint mission is not only still there, it is growing with every day. What keeps me here is simple: I learn and grow. Every project I have taken on has pushed me in exactly the directions I wanted to develop, both professionally and as a person. That is not something you can take for granted, and I don't. The people around me are passionate, driven and care about what they do. The mission is real and there is a collective energy here that makes you want to bring your best, not only because you have to, but because everyone else is doing the same. I came in wanting to build something meaningful and this what I am staying for today. Four years later, I am more optimistic about that than when I started.

Cons: Being based in Germany in a company rooted in France takes some intentionality. You have to be proactive about building connections and staying visible. Once you do, it becomes a real strength rather than a hurdle, but it is something to be aware of going in.

Four years in & still growing

Senior Talent Development Lead • Current Employee

Pros: Almost four years in, based out of the German HQ, and the excitement for our joint mission is not only still there, it is growing with every day. What keeps me here is simple: I learn and grow. Every project I have taken on has pushed me in exactly the directions I wanted to develop, both professionally and as a person. That is not something you can take for granted, and I don't. The people around me are passionate, driven and care about what they do. The mission is real and there is a collective energy here that makes you want to bring your best, not only because you have to, but because everyone else is doing the same. I came in wanting to build something meaningful and this what I am staying for today. Four years later, I am more optimistic about that than when I started.

Cons: Being based in Germany in a company rooted in France takes some intentionality. You have to be proactive about building connections and staying visible. Once you do, it becomes a real strength rather than a hurdle, but it is something to be aware of going in.

Fast growing company

Full Stack Software Engineer • Current Employee

February 1, 2021

Pros: There are free language lessons in German or French. The office is conveniently located. They provide a nice computer and phone which they don't mind if you use for non-work purposes. The market fit seems good. There are decent benefits beyond what they are required to provide. Relocation is available. There are internal trainings for new joiners.

Cons: Hours can be long at times Engineering often seems forgotten in the eyes of the company as they focus on sales Lack of documentation for large areas of the product and code base Unclear path for career advancement Team organization and priorities can be chaotic Slow to fix some issues related to a fast growing number of developers working on the same project

Fast growing company

Full Stack Software Engineer • Current Employee

February 1, 2021

Pros: There are free language lessons in German or French. The office is conveniently located. They provide a nice computer and phone which they don't mind if you use for non-work purposes. The market fit seems good. There are decent benefits beyond what they are required to provide. Relocation is available. There are internal trainings for new joiners.

Cons: Hours can be long at times Engineering often seems forgotten in the eyes of the company as they focus on sales Lack of documentation for large areas of the product and code base Unclear path for career advancement Team organization and priorities can be chaotic Slow to fix some issues related to a fast growing number of developers working on the same project

Pretty good place to work at as an engineer

Sr. Software Engineer • Current Employee

Pros: Mature culture, meaningful mission and strong vision. Motivated people who take their jobs seriously. Competent leadership. Some projects are very interesting.

Cons: Sales driven, not a lot of focus on engineering. Confusing to navigate the corporate bureaucracy at times. Some projects are very demanding.

4.0
Pretty good place to work at as an engineer
Sr. Software Engineer • Current Employee
Berlin
May 17, 2024
Pros: Mature culture, meaningful mission and strong vision. Motivated people who take their jobs seriously. Competent leadership. Some projects are very interesting.
Cons: Sales driven, not a lot of focus on engineering. Confusing to navigate the corporate bureaucracy at times. Some projects are very demanding.

Four years in & still growing

Senior Talent Development Lead • Current Employee

Pros: Almost four years in, based out of the German HQ, and the excitement for our joint mission is not only still there, it is growing with every day. What keeps me here is simple: I learn and grow. Every project I have taken on has pushed me in exactly the directions I wanted to develop, both professionally and as a person. That is not something you can take for granted, and I don't. The people around me are passionate, driven and care about what they do. The mission is real and there is a collective energy here that makes you want to bring your best, not only because you have to, but because everyone else is doing the same. I came in wanting to build something meaningful and this what I am staying for today. Four years later, I am more optimistic about that than when I started.

Cons: Being based in Germany in a company rooted in France takes some intentionality. You have to be proactive about building connections and staying visible. Once you do, it becomes a real strength rather than a hurdle, but it is something to be aware of going in.

5.0
Four years in & still growing
Senior Talent Development Lead • Current Employee
Berlin
July 20, 2026
Pros: Almost four years in, based out of the German HQ, and the excitement for our joint mission is not only still there, it is growing with every day. What keeps me here is simple: I learn and grow. Every project I have taken on has pushed me in exactly the directions I wanted to develop, both professionally and as a person. That is not something you can take for granted, and I don't. The people around me are passionate, driven and care about what they do. The mission is real and there is a collective energy here that makes you want to bring your best, not only because you have to, but because everyone else is doing the same. I came in wanting to build something meaningful and this what I am staying for today. Four years later, I am more optimistic about that than when I started.
Cons: Being based in Germany in a company rooted in France takes some intentionality. You have to be proactive about building connections and staying visible. Once you do, it becomes a real strength rather than a hurdle, but it is something to be aware of going in.

Fast growing company

Full Stack Software Engineer • Current Employee

February 1, 2021

Pros: There are free language lessons in German or French. The office is conveniently located. They provide a nice computer and phone which they don't mind if you use for non-work purposes. The market fit seems good. There are decent benefits beyond what they are required to provide. Relocation is available. There are internal trainings for new joiners.

Cons: Hours can be long at times Engineering often seems forgotten in the eyes of the company as they focus on sales Lack of documentation for large areas of the product and code base Unclear path for career advancement Team organization and priorities can be chaotic Slow to fix some issues related to a fast growing number of developers working on the same project

3.0
Fast growing company
Full Stack Software Engineer • Current Employee
Berlin
February 1, 2021
Pros: There are free language lessons in German or French. The office is conveniently located. They provide a nice computer and phone which they don't mind if you use for non-work purposes. The market fit seems good. There are decent benefits beyond what they are required to provide. Relocation is available. There are internal trainings for new joiners.
Cons: Hours can be long at times Engineering often seems forgotten in the eyes of the company as they focus on sales Lack of documentation for large areas of the product and code base Unclear path for career advancement Team organization and priorities can be chaotic Slow to fix some issues related to a fast growing number of developers working on the same project

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