Process
The first stage of the interview process is an assessment that is quite difficult unless you are fresh out of school. I'd suggest practicing LeetCode questions to get best prepared, focusing on the Medium range.
Questions
They asked me to do a coding problem.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 79 interview experiences for the IBM Software Engineer role in Canada.
Success Rate
29%
Pass Rate
IBM's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in Canada is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive57%
Neutral30%
Negative13%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for IBM's Software Engineer interview process in Canada.
IBM Work Experiences
5.0
Great company to work for!
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Gurgaon, Haryana, India
April 5, 2018
Pros: This is one of the best companies to work for. I had learned a lot and made great friends – even met my husband here :)
Cons: The work could be a bit more challenging and better salaries too.
3.0
Easy Work, Bad Communication
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
March 2, 2015
Pros: Easy work and a nice environment, good for new graduates.
Flexible work time and good for those who have kids.
Cons: Lack of communication. People are not working together. The process is too long for everything.
5.0
Learn, But Some Engineers Struggle
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
February 22, 2025
Pros: A great place for learning. They provide external training also, if project demand.
Cons: Many engineers are still lacking in skills, surviving and making things tough for others.
- 5.0Great company to work for!Software Engineer • Former EmployeeGurgaon, Haryana, IndiaApril 5, 2018Pros: This is one of the best companies to work for. I had learned a lot and made great friends – even met my husband here :)Cons: The work could be a bit more challenging and better salaries too.
- 3.0Easy Work, Bad CommunicationSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeToronto, Ontario, CanadaMarch 2, 2015Pros: Easy work and a nice environment, good for new graduates. Flexible work time and good for those who have kids.Cons: Lack of communication. People are not working together. The process is too long for everything.
- 5.0Learn, But Some Engineers StruggleSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaFebruary 22, 2025Pros: A great place for learning. They provide external training also, if project demand.Cons: Many engineers are still lacking in skills, surviving and making things tough for others.
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