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Software Engineer Interview Experience

April 1, 2011
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Process

I was already working as a contractor when I got hired.

I was recommended by the contracting manager.

I went through a series of personality tests and interviews. The tests were timed, and I had to submit my resume as well, along with a cover letter.

The interview process has now changed. You apply online. If selected, there is a phone interview, and then an in-person interview.

IBM is hiring mostly overseas where wages are low, and they don't have to pay US salaries.

Questions

Went through a few written exams.

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Interview Statistics

The following metrics were computed from 363 interview experiences for the IBM Software Engineer role in United States.

Success Rate

39%
Pass Rate

IBM's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in the United States is fairly selective, failing a large portion of engineers who go through it.

Experience Rating

Positive53%
Neutral33%
Negative13%

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

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