Process
The first stage was to answer a couple of essay questions via email.
After a couple of weeks, the next stage was a timed coding test. The coding test was automated and scheduled ahead of time, using my own equipment. There was plenty of information available to set up the proper environment in advance of the coding test.
Questions
One of the essay questions was, essentially, how do you approach software development?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 44 interview experiences for the GitHub Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
GitHub's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for GitHub's Software Engineer interview process in United States.
GitHub Work Experiences
- 5.0Friendly Crew, Worth The WaitSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesJune 25, 2023Pros: Friendly crew, room for growth.Cons: Takes a while to onboard, but it's worth it.
- 4.0Flexible Work, Difficult ManagersSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeLondon, England, United KingdomFebruary 26, 2025Pros: Flexible timing and a comfortable working environment.Cons: Hierarchy and bad managers at the workplace
- 5.0Awesome Team, Remote FriendlySoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeAlexandria, Alexandria Governorate, EgyptDecember 9, 2020Pros: Great, remote-friendly, flexible, awesome team.Cons: The only con is that it doesn't hire from all places in the world. I had to work through a third-party company.
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