Process
I first met with the Engineering Manager for a session that was more behavioral and culture-focused.
Next, I completed a coding exercise. I was given two hours to solve it but could start at any time. I followed all instructions, solved the exercise, wrote tests, and opened a PR with a detailed description of my solution, yet I was still rejected. I have no idea what they were looking for.
Perhaps I didn't solve the problem in the way they preferred. However, the instructions didn't detail any preferred method, and I only did exactly what the instructions asked, without much extra, given the time constraints.
All I received was an automated email stating my rejection with no reason provided. The email was clearly generated from a template, as the signature at the bottom literally said, "Thanks, ENTER NAME AND TITLE HERE". :)
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 21 interview experiences for the GitHub Senior Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
GitHub's interview process for their Senior Software Engineer roles in the United States is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having negative feelings for GitHub's Senior Software Engineer interview process in United States.
GitHub Work Experiences
- 4.0Great place to workSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Diego, California, United StatesApril 29, 2021Pros: Great engineering culture, generous benefits, unlimited vacation.Cons: Not a ton of opportunity for growth.
- 5.0Truly remote and empathetic teamSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeMarch 14, 2023Pros: Self-starters appreciated. Low number of meetings. Low supervision. Great co-workers. Great product.Cons: Isolating in remote work takes a long time for consensus. Information is hard to dissipate, leading to slow growth.
- 4.0Great culture and benefits, but frequent reorgsSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeFairfield, CTJuly 12, 2026Pros: Great culture, great benefits, and good pay.Cons: Too many reorgs have happened in the past four years.
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