Software Engineer Interview Experience - Mountain View, California
Process
One phone screening, one onsite.
The whole process was awesome, but I got really tired after 4 consecutive 45-minute rounds.
There were four rounds, plus a lunch talk. I didn't play well for the last round.
Questions
These were just some very basic programming problems.
However, they asked a lot of related questions around the typical problems, so a concrete foundation in data structures is very important.
There was only one algorithm problem (I mean problems that require thought, not those obvious ones), which blocked me for 10 minutes.
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Success Rate
Google's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in Mountain View, California is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
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Google Work Experiences
- 5.0One of the best companies to work atSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeMountain View, California, United StatesFebruary 20, 2023Pros: Great culture and perks. Colleagues are talented.Cons: None so far; it's been great.
- 4.0Good company, but not the sameSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeMountain View, California, United StatesOctober 8, 2023Pros: It's easy to find great people around you. One can have a lot of impact with the right team. Decent perks.Cons: Mismanagement at the top, with leadership and execs.
- 5.0Great Place to WorkSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeMountain View, California, United StatesFebruary 24, 2025Pros: I get to work with one of the best minds on the planet.Cons: No such con working here except for a slow promotion cycle.
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