The process is extremely long, considering the answer can be negative. The person has to want to work there TOO MUCH, in addition to having no other option due to the time this selection process takes.
I started the process because a recruiter recommended me for a specific position. I asked for 2 weeks to prepare for the first interview and, after that, I did all the subsequent ones as early as possible. Even so, before finishing the interview about Googleyness, the position was filled.
Of the 4 practical (on-site) interviews I had, two were about dynamic programming.
The following metrics were computed from 17 interview experiences for the Google Software Engineer role in São Paulo, São Paulo.
Google's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in São Paulo, São Paulo is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Google's Software Engineer interview process in São Paulo, São Paulo.