The interview process is hard to get in the first place and is even harder to pass once obtained. You can usually get an interview by receiving a referral; apart from that, it's difficult.
Algorithms and data structures, mostly.
The following metrics were computed from 344 interview experiences for the Google Software Engineer role in New York, New York.
Google's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in New York, New York is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Google's Software Engineer interview process in New York, New York.