Process
There are two sessions of 45 minutes each, with two different software engineers. The interviewers describe the problem on a shared Google Doc and ask for the optimum solution first, before you proceed to the brute-force solution.
Then, the interviewer asks for the complexity of the algorithm that you are going to design. Finally, the best solution proceeds with coding.
Questions
String manipulation and array multiplication
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 482 interview experiences for the Google Software Engineer (Internship) role in United States.
Success Rate
Google's interview process for their Software Engineer (Internship) roles in the United States is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Google's Software Engineer (Internship) interview process in United States.
Google Work Experiences
- 5.0Great Work-Life BalanceSoftware Engineer (Internship) • Former EmployeeFebruary 16, 2021Pros: Smart people, relaxed atmosphere, great office perks.Cons: Slow mobility and a slow pace of development since the company is so large.
- 5.0Great Place, Big PressureSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeDbsaJune 1, 2021Pros: Nice work environment to be in.Cons: Lots of work pressure, as everything is on a large scale. :(
- 4.0Great Vibes, Needs Better PaySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeAmericana, United StatesJuly 5, 2024Pros: Great community, great food, great vibes.Cons: Would like better pay, perhaps.
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