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Applying at Google feels like throwing your resume into a black hole.
I've worked for companies like Microsoft and Apple, and I have a very strong resume. However, whenever I apply for a job at Google, I never get a callback or even an acknowledgement that I applied.
Even when I apply to jobs that perfectly fit my profile and experience, I don't hear back at all. Essentially, applying at Google is akin to tossing your resume down a black hole.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 3,728 interview experiences for the Google Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
Google's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in the United States 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 United States.
Google Work Experiences
- 5.0Awesome workplaceSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeMountain View, California, United StatesJune 10, 2015Pros: Lots of perks. Great work-life balance. And awesome people to work with.Cons: You work mostly with Google technologies, and it's a steep learning curve before you start getting productive.
- 3.0Good Balance, Big Company PoliticsSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeJuly 5, 2022Pros: Good work & life balanceCons: Google is a big company now. So, expect politics.
- 5.0Great place to workSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesJune 20, 2025Pros: Good challenges and smart colleaguesCons: Very big, hard to feel like you move the needle.
Google Interview Questions
