Process
It took 120 minutes to complete two coding questions. One was an easy question, and the other was medium level. I think the OA was a good experience and am waiting for my next round of interviews.
Questions
LeetCode questions about binary arrays.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 284 interview experiences for the Goldman Sachs Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
13%
Pass Rate
Goldman Sachs's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive42%
Neutral37%
Negative21%
Candidates reported having good feelings for Goldman Sachs's Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Goldman Sachs Work Experiences
4.0
Has Pros and Cons
Software Engineer • Former Employee
New York, New York, United States
March 27, 2018
Pros: High level of competence and professionalism throughout the entire company.
Cons: The "culture of consensus" means that, in practice, personal relationships can be more important than performance when it comes to advancement.
3.0
It's a rough time
Software Engineer • Current Employee
June 30, 2022
Pros: - Name brand, great on resume.
- I liked my team and manager.
- It's a unique experience to get to work for a large, established investment bank.
Cons: - Terrible/nonexistent work-life balance.
- Really, really boring work for the most part.
- Forced return-to-office with no food at the office.
- Pay is really low; you are essentially paid in "prestige".
- Legacy code.
3.0
Learning Opportunities, Us-centric
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Hong Kong, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, China
November 15, 2023
Pros: Good opportunities to learn and develop.
Cons: US-centric; many decisions are made in the US.
- 4.0Has Pros and ConsSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesMarch 27, 2018Pros: High level of competence and professionalism throughout the entire company.Cons: The "culture of consensus" means that, in practice, personal relationships can be more important than performance when it comes to advancement.
- 3.0It's a rough timeSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeJune 30, 2022Pros: - Name brand, great on resume. - I liked my team and manager. - It's a unique experience to get to work for a large, established investment bank.Cons: - Terrible/nonexistent work-life balance. - Really, really boring work for the most part. - Forced return-to-office with no food at the office. - Pay is really low; you are essentially paid in "prestige". - Legacy code.
- 3.0Learning Opportunities, Us-centricSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeHong Kong, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, ChinaNovember 15, 2023Pros: Good opportunities to learn and develop.Cons: US-centric; many decisions are made in the US.
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