Process
I first had a 1.5-hour online test on HackerRank, after which I had a phone interview with a software engineer from the company. He asked me some general questions about programming paradigms, then he asked me to code a game.
Questions
In the language of your choice, build the mechanics of a Connect Four game with an infinite number of columns, each with an infinite height, and in which pieces are entered from the bottom.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 2 interview experiences for the Jane Street Software Engineer role in France.
Success Rate
Jane Street's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in France is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Jane Street's Software Engineer interview process in France.
Jane Street Work Experiences
- 4.0Software engineer at Jane StreetSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesDecember 3, 2025Pros: Great pay, exciting problem-solving.Cons: High-pressure work environment, demanding role.
- 5.0Good work cultureSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeHong Kong, ChinaOctober 17, 2025Pros: Good work culture. People are chill and mostly output-based.Cons: Culture can be very imposing and a bit culty.
- 5.0Great Work, Tough EntrySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesOctober 6, 2025Pros: Great place to work at.Cons: Intense process to get into.
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