Senior Java Developer Interview Experience - Berlin, Germany
October 1, 2018
Negative ExperienceNo Offer
Process
After an IQ test, an online coding test, and two in-person interviews, I was found unfit for a Java role because I didn't know Spring. The worst part was they just kept me waiting, as I wasn't "Senior" enough. It was a horrible process.
Questions
This is a math question about a camera in a field. Please ask many questions to clarify the requirements.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 2 interview experiences for the Klarna Senior Java Developer role in Berlin, Germany.
Success Rate
0%
Pass Rate
Klarna's interview process for their Senior Java Developer roles in Berlin, Germany is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive50%
Neutral0%
Negative50%
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Klarna's Senior Java Developer interview process in Berlin, Germany.
Klarna Work Experiences
3.0
Great people, poor management
Lead Engineer • Former Employee
November 8, 2024
Pros: Great engineering culture, and things were being thought through before jumping into implementation.
Cons: Terrible management, pointless reorgs, and low trust between engineers and the CXO.
4.0
Nice company to work with to get into a fintech
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Toronto, ON
February 5, 2024
Pros: Great Company with a European touch
Cons: Too many layoffs recently, which affects many.
3.0
Recommended
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Berlin
April 8, 2026
Pros: A strong technical foundation that helps engineers to learn and grow
Cons: Given the company size, it's not easy to create a big impact.
- 3.0Great people, poor managementLead Engineer • Former EmployeeNovember 8, 2024Pros: Great engineering culture, and things were being thought through before jumping into implementation.Cons: Terrible management, pointless reorgs, and low trust between engineers and the CXO.
- 4.0Nice company to work with to get into a fintechSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeToronto, ONFebruary 5, 2024Pros: Great Company with a European touchCons: Too many layoffs recently, which affects many.
- 3.0RecommendedSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeBerlinApril 8, 2026Pros: A strong technical foundation that helps engineers to learn and growCons: Given the company size, it's not easy to create a big impact.
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