Software Engineer Interview Experience - Chicago, Illinois
Process
They conducted five technical interviews, each lasting 45-50 minutes, with a break for lunch.
Overall, it was a positive experience, even though I wasn't given an offer in the end.
Know your data structures and algorithms. Even though they say they don't care that much about syntax or what language you use, they do care about the code you write in the interview.
I felt good leaving the interview because I believed I was able to solve their problems, but my code wasn't up to their specifications.
Questions
Write a function to tell if three points are collinear.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 24 interview experiences for the Google Software Engineer role in Chicago, Illinois.
Success Rate
Google's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in Chicago, Illinois is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Google's Software Engineer interview process in Chicago, Illinois.
Google Work Experiences
- 5.0Smart coworkers and great perks, but may have to fight for good projectsSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeChicago, Illinois, United StatesSeptember 9, 2020Pros: You get to work with some of the smartest people around. You get to use awesome developer tools—everybody who leaves misses the tools. Great perks: free food, gym onsite, etc. Very stable and secure job (even during COVID). It will look good on your resume forever if you can get here! I'd say try to get in and work a few years to build your skillset, but if you don't get a good project, then move on.Cons: So many smart and ambitious people want to do the Next Great Thing, that it can be hard to get a chance to work on a good project. Some people can get lost in the shuffle. It is a Big Company. The interview to get in is a bit of a lottery-- lots of super smart people don't get in on the first try, or second try.
- 5.0Great Place to WorkSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeChicago, Illinois, United StatesOctober 3, 2021Pros: As a full-time engineer employee, I feel well taken care of at Google.Cons: Massive company with difficulty having any real impact.
- 4.0Fun, but getting less soSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeChicago, Illinois, United StatesMarch 2, 2024Pros: Benefits are amazing. Offices and perks are spectacular. Many office cultures encourage play and relaxation when possible.Cons: Company culture is becoming more traditional and profit-motivated. Did unnecessary layoffs.
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