Process
I had three phone interviews.
Two were conducted initially. Another one followed after three weeks.
I applied for a software position. However, one of the interviewers asked too many hardware questions that I could not answer. The other two interviewers asked all programming questions. I answered all of them correctly and they seemed very happy about that, but I was still rejected.
Questions
My processor is consuming too much power. Write a program to reduce processor power consumption.
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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
- 5.0Creative, Valued, Smart TeamSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeAugust 8, 2021Pros: Google is a company that allows you to be productive and creative within your working hours. Here you can feel your work attach great value, and you can learn more every day. People are kind and always want to help.Cons: The hardest part of the job is working with a bunch of super passionate and smart people.
- 4.0Good Pay, Benefits, ConcernsSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeWashington, District of Columbia, United StatesJuly 8, 2024Pros: Really nice benefits, nice money.Cons: Layoffs at Google were bad.
- 5.0Great place to workSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeJuly 6, 2025Pros: Cutting-edge software, experienced management, great food.Cons: A lot of problems are already solved, so it's hard to make a relative impact in some cases.
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