Process
The phone screen consists of basic algorithm questions, and a few questions about your background. If you clear it, you'll receive an invitation for an onsite interview. The onsite consists of back-to-back algorithm rounds (4-6), with a lunch break. Lunch is a good time to ask about working at Google.
The process was very smooth, and Google was very prompt in its responses.
Questions
The questions were what you expect of a standard programming interview:
- DP
- Trees
- Other data structures
Make sure you have extensively reviewed algorithms before you attempt the interview.
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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
- 4.0Not the place to be if you are passionate about engineering and technologySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeStockholm, Stockholm County, SwedenMay 6, 2023Pros: Great compensation. Nice office. Frequent onsite events.Cons: Politics: * No appreciation for great talent. * Average talent in general. * Engineers are often treated like code monkeys. * Greedy leadership without vision. * The company is playing catch-up to almost every competitor.
- 3.0Relaxed Pay, Toxic CultureSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeCalifornia City, California, United StatesJanuary 31, 2025Pros: Good pay and a relaxed environment.Cons: Bad culture. Needs more diversity.
- 5.0It was nice to work at GoogleSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeTel Aviv-Yafo, IsraelJuly 13, 2022Pros: The salary is higher than the average.Cons: The office was far away from my house.
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