Process
The interview process was relatively smooth. I received an email recommending this position, and soon after, I was able to get a phone call from a recruiter for IBM.
Questions
Tell me about yourself and why you'll be a good fit at IBM?
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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.
IBM Work Experiences
3.0
Fairly good experience
Software Engineer • Former Employee
November 28, 2020
Pros: IBM is a great place to work.
Cons: The pace of execution is slow.
5.0
Very good company to work for
Software Engineer • Former Employee
February 20, 2018
Pros: - Great atmosphere,
- Good learning opportunities,
- Experienced peers
Cons: Nothing I can think of.
4.0
Aging company - stable gig
Software Engineer • Former Employee
September 29, 2025
Pros: Decent salary, culture, and benefits.
Cons: Not fast-moving, limited ability to access interesting projects.
- 3.0Fairly good experienceSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeNovember 28, 2020Pros: IBM is a great place to work.Cons: The pace of execution is slow.
- 5.0Very good company to work forSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeFebruary 20, 2018Pros: - Great atmosphere, - Good learning opportunities, - Experienced peersCons: Nothing I can think of.
- 4.0Aging company - stable gigSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeSeptember 29, 2025Pros: Decent salary, culture, and benefits.Cons: Not fast-moving, limited ability to access interesting projects.
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