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Software Engineer Interview Experience

November 10, 2022
Positive ExperienceNo Offer

Process

Interviewed for a role as a software engineer to work on their Google Maps.

Asked how I would handle a layoff. They said this was really common.

Passed. They REALLY wanted to know how I would handle a layoff. Weird.

I think they lay off a lot.

Questions

How would you handle a layoff?

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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

12%
Pass 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

Positive59%
Neutral29%
Negative12%

Candidates reported having very good feelings for Google's Software Engineer interview process in United States.

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