Process
A couple of emails were exchanged with HR, followed by a phone interview with a software engineer. I did not make it through the first round; I should have prepared better.
The "wiggle problem" requires arranging an array of integers such that alternate elements are large and small (e.g., 2, 5, 3, 6, ...).
Questions
The wiggle problem, given an array of integers, asks you to arrange them such that alternate elements are large and small (e.g., 2, 5, 3, 6, ...).
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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
- 5.0Best Company EverSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Francisco, California, United StatesJanuary 25, 2021Pros: Being a Googler is a thing. Benefits like snacks and free lessons. Best coffee ever in the world.Cons: Challenging environment in the company
- 5.0A great place to start your careerSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Francisco, California, United StatesJune 27, 2022Pros: Good learning opportunities, especially for doing things at scale. Pay is great.Cons: Too inflexible. I would happily work half the hours for half the pay if I was allowed to.
- 5.0Smart People, Weird CultureSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeToronto, Ontario, CanadaJune 2, 2025Pros: Great culture and smart people.Cons: Good background, but not a very good culture.
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