Process
An IBM recruiter reached out to me after I had previously been rejected for a different position. They offered to schedule me for two video interviews.
The first video interview, or "Guide" interview as they called it, was a typical behavioral interview that lasted about half an hour.
The second "Guru" interview was the technical part of the process and lasted an hour. This part consisted of:
- An algorithm question
- A logic puzzle
- A programming question
However, unbeknownst to me, IBM had sent me a rejection email minutes after I connected for the technical video interview. It seemed that the person interviewing me was not aware that I had already been rejected.
Questions
Guru Part: Typical behavioral questions to find out what team you would fit on.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 42 interview experiences for the IBM Entry Level Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
IBM's interview process for their Entry Level 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 IBM's Entry Level Software Engineer interview process in United States.
IBM Work Experiences
- 3.0Known Company, But DirectionlessEntry Level Software Engineer • Former EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesNovember 21, 2023Pros: Well-known company. Good experience.Cons: The company has no direction. As soon as the next big thing comes out, they will try to shift the whole company to do that one thing. They are always late to the party and competing with companies that actually hire top talent. Layoffs are commonplace, and unless you are working on the current thing, you are at risk.
- 4.0Solid Company, Few DownsidesSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeAmerica, United StatesNovember 10, 2020Pros: Good company to work for.Cons: Very few I could think of.
- 5.0Best place to work and get retirementQuality Manager • Current EmployeeWest, United StatesAugust 26, 2022Pros: You learn new technology. WFH. Great leadership. Unlimited sick leaves after the doctor's approval. Medical policy at a nominal rate of 1400 for 3 Lac coverage.Cons: A manager-driven company. Few managers evaluate your performance; they just see what you do for them.
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