Software Development Interview Experience - United States
February 8, 2015
Positive ExperienceGot Offer
Process
I was offered an on-campus interview which was mostly behavioral. The questions were mostly tailored to different situations I had been in, whether in school or the workplace, and how I handled those situations. The recruiter got in touch with me soon after my interview with more information about the process going forward. Overall, I had a very positive experience interviewing and working with them.
Questions
Tell me about a time when you disagreed with a peer and how you handled it.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 3 interview experiences for the General Motors Software Development role in United States.
Success Rate
67%
Pass Rate
General Motors's interview process for their Software Development roles in the United States is incredibly easy as the vast majority of engineers get an offer after going through it.
Experience Rating
Positive67%
Neutral0%
Negative33%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for General Motors's Software Development interview process in United States.
General Motors Work Experiences
5.0
Great for new college grads
Software Development • Current Employee
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
April 13, 2016
Pros: For anyone coming right out of college and going into the job market with no practical experience, I highly recommend working with GM. It may take you a few months after starting to get into your rhythm, or you may be able to jump right in, depending on how well established the team you are joining is. This is a great place to work toward being a full-stack developer. I've been exposed to so many new technologies and processes since I started.
All the direct managers, and even their managers that I've interacted with, have been really great. I've also gotten lots of advice on how to grow my career with GM. The vacation time is crazy good, and you have unlimited sick days (assuming, of course, that you are a responsible adult and don't abuse that policy).
Working from home/telecommuting is discouraged, and I think this is a pro. Of course, if you are sick, you have a sick kid, or car trouble, or something like that, then it's fine. I like this because it encourages people to be in the building so you can talk to who you need to and get help in person if needed.
Cons: Base salary is at the bottom of the barrel for the new college hire program, but you do get raises every 6 months for the first three years. There is a yearly bonus as well to consider.
Sometimes I can't get my job done in a timely fashion because I have 10 things I need to get done, but I'm not allowed to do them myself. I have to wait for a specific tools team to do them for me, and these teams tend to be swamped with work all the time. It can be pretty frustrating at times.
The health insurance is a double-edged sword. If you don't need to use it, the low monthly cost is great. If you have a medical condition, though, you are stuck paying completely out of pocket until you hit the deductible, which is pretty high.
2.0
No Structure, No Growth
Controls Intern • Current Employee
Detroit, Michigan, United States
November 17, 2025
Pros: Can't think of anything really.
Cons: Very little structure and growth opportunity.
4.0
Great Company to start out in
Software Developer • Current Employee
Roswell, Georgia, United States
November 17, 2025
Pros: Lots of resources,
Competitive salary,
Good work-life balance
Cons: Toxic company culture.
Lack of senior leadership within teams.
Employees aren't valued as much.
- 5.0Great for new college gradsSoftware Development • Current EmployeePhoenix, Arizona, United StatesApril 13, 2016Pros: For anyone coming right out of college and going into the job market with no practical experience, I highly recommend working with GM. It may take you a few months after starting to get into your rhythm, or you may be able to jump right in, depending on how well established the team you are joining is. This is a great place to work toward being a full-stack developer. I've been exposed to so many new technologies and processes since I started. All the direct managers, and even their managers that I've interacted with, have been really great. I've also gotten lots of advice on how to grow my career with GM. The vacation time is crazy good, and you have unlimited sick days (assuming, of course, that you are a responsible adult and don't abuse that policy). Working from home/telecommuting is discouraged, and I think this is a pro. Of course, if you are sick, you have a sick kid, or car trouble, or something like that, then it's fine. I like this because it encourages people to be in the building so you can talk to who you need to and get help in person if needed.Cons: Base salary is at the bottom of the barrel for the new college hire program, but you do get raises every 6 months for the first three years. There is a yearly bonus as well to consider. Sometimes I can't get my job done in a timely fashion because I have 10 things I need to get done, but I'm not allowed to do them myself. I have to wait for a specific tools team to do them for me, and these teams tend to be swamped with work all the time. It can be pretty frustrating at times. The health insurance is a double-edged sword. If you don't need to use it, the low monthly cost is great. If you have a medical condition, though, you are stuck paying completely out of pocket until you hit the deductible, which is pretty high.
- 2.0No Structure, No GrowthControls Intern • Current EmployeeDetroit, Michigan, United StatesNovember 17, 2025Pros: Can't think of anything really.Cons: Very little structure and growth opportunity.
- 4.0Great Company to start out inSoftware Developer • Current EmployeeRoswell, Georgia, United StatesNovember 17, 2025Pros: Lots of resources, Competitive salary, Good work-life balanceCons: Toxic company culture. Lack of senior leadership within teams. Employees aren't valued as much.
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