Software Engineer Interview Experience - Santa Clara, California
Process
Candidates were shortlisted based on their resumes. Subsequently, we received an email informing us that we had been selected for the interview process. The email described the process in detail. There were mainly two rounds.
In the first round, we were called at a specified time and asked 2-3 coding questions. We had to explain our logic and then code online on a Google Doc. This round lasted for approximately an hour.
The second round was of the same kind but with a higher difficulty level.
Questions
How to find ternary representation of a number?
Find minimum spanning tree.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 7 interview experiences for the Google Software Engineer role in Santa Clara, California.
Success Rate
Google's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in Santa Clara, California 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 Santa Clara, California.
Google Work Experiences
- 4.0Good Balance, Slow StockSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeSanta Clara, California, United StatesFebruary 8, 2024Pros: Work-life balance is good.Cons: The stock is not growing fast.
- 5.0Great company to work forSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSanta Clara, California, United StatesApril 14, 2021Pros: Free lunch, friendly co-workers, and a convenient place.Cons: It is a nice company to work with.
- 5.0Perfect Company, Lacking CultureSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSanta Clara, California, United StatesJuly 18, 2023Pros: A good and perfect company to work for.Cons: Not good work culture.
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