Process
The interview process involved a CodeSignal online assessment, followed by two rounds of phone interviews. I unfortunately did not pass the second round.
The interview mainly focused on basic computer science knowledge, including:
- Networking
- Data structures
- Algorithms
Questions
What's the difference between UDP and TCP, and what are some common use examples of them?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 43 interview experiences for the Hudson River Trading Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
2%
Pass Rate
Hudson River Trading's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive37%
Neutral42%
Negative21%
Candidates reported having good feelings for Hudson River Trading's Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Hudson River Trading Work Experiences
5.0
Great People, Pricey Singapore
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
March 23, 2025
Pros: Nice workplace, great people. I met new friends here!
Cons: Singapore is pricey; everything is too expensive compared to my home country.
3.0
Everyone is here for the money, but at least they're nice about it
Software Engineer • Current Employee
New York, New York, United States
March 14, 2023
Pros: Great pay.
Learn a lot.
Nice people.
Not going bankrupt any time soon.
Cons: Very little room for improving yourself or any of the systems. Company needs come from the top and always come first. Fires people very regularly.
5.0
The best culture in trading
Software Engineer • Current Employee
London, undefined, United Kingdom
February 15, 2023
Pros: The company puts a lot of effort into making it a workplace that everyone loves. You are treated like a valuable asset to the success of the company. Everyone gets along well and creates a good dynamic to meet and hang out with your colleagues.
The company is very generous in raising compensation over good work done. Quarterly bonus and a lot of office travel. A lot of recruiting opportunities for internships and experienced professionals.
I would recommend it for anyone bored of hedge funds or banks.
Cons: Not that I can see.
- 5.0Great People, Pricey SingaporeSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeSingapore, Singapore, SingaporeMarch 23, 2025Pros: Nice workplace, great people. I met new friends here!Cons: Singapore is pricey; everything is too expensive compared to my home country.
- 3.0Everyone is here for the money, but at least they're nice about itSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesMarch 14, 2023Pros: Great pay. Learn a lot. Nice people. Not going bankrupt any time soon.Cons: Very little room for improving yourself or any of the systems. Company needs come from the top and always come first. Fires people very regularly.
- 5.0The best culture in tradingSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeLondon, undefined, United KingdomFebruary 15, 2023Pros: The company puts a lot of effort into making it a workplace that everyone loves. You are treated like a valuable asset to the success of the company. Everyone gets along well and creates a good dynamic to meet and hang out with your colleagues. The company is very generous in raising compensation over good work done. Quarterly bonus and a lot of office travel. A lot of recruiting opportunities for internships and experienced professionals. I would recommend it for anyone bored of hedge funds or banks.Cons: Not that I can see.
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