Java Software Engineer Interview Experience - United Kingdom
Process
First chat with HR about the role, process, etc.
After that, they sent me a link to an online test. It was very simple and contained questions about testing, multithreading, and a few algorithms. Nothing was difficult.
After 1 week, there was still no response, so I sent an email. I received a short response stating that I had not been selected. I asked if they could provide some guidance so I could improve myself. Unfortunately, they did not answer anything, and I don't know what was wrong with my test. I think it's fair to expect some feedback for about 2 hours of my time – I would really like to improve my skills and learn.
Questions
Online test
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Elastic Java Software Engineer role in United Kingdom.
Success Rate
Elastic's interview process for their Java Software Engineer roles in the United Kingdom is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for Elastic's Java Software Engineer interview process in United Kingdom.
Elastic Work Experiences
- 3.0An amazing company drowning in WOKE cultureSenior Engineer • Current EmployeeMountain View, California, United StatesJune 27, 2023Pros: Environment, management, people, salaries, benefits, people-centered company. I would say it's the perfect company to work on if it wasn't for the BIG con: WOKEISM.Cons: The company puts a lot of effort into the WOKE culture, which is very bad for society. This apparent promotion of cultural values hides a purpose trying to victimize people just because of their condition. I don't really know why Elastic makes such big efforts to promote this evil agenda, and that's why it concerns me as a current employee, having been here for more than 5 years.
- 3.0Chaotic & no proper visionSenior Software Engineer • Former EmployeeAmerica, United StatesOctober 7, 2025Pros: - True remote culture - Some good managers and people with passion - Good compensation & benefitsCons: - Too many management layers without proper decision-makers. - Managers and engineers are afraid to make decisions. This is a result of the last layoff, which was clearly top-level mismanagement. - Personal opinions are valued over common goals. This creates chaos and makes products lack vision.
- 4.0Great for learningSolutions Architect • Current EmployeeJanuary 6, 2023Pros: The underlying technology is powerful and interesting. The security product has a number of real differentiators. The training material and certification tracks are actually good. People are reachable and helpful. Mentorship is a real thing.Cons: Grows too fast, a sense of not knowing exactly where the company wants to be. Big time product sprawl. Overly excited communication internally which does not reflect reality.
