Process
I applied online. The process took two weeks.
This is far and away the worst interviewing process I've ever been through. Without any face-to-face with a technical interviewer, I was given a coding challenge to build a REPL service. You are given an unlimited amount of time to solve the problem, though the prompt says not to take more than four hours. I spent exactly four hours on the project, fuzz tested it, and everything was working as expected. I sent them the code, and they rejected my candidacy within a day and gave me no reasoning for it. The very least I would have expected was feedback on the challenge :(
Questions
Build a REPL service, given a prompt.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 35 interview experiences for the Kraken Senior Software Engineer role.
Success Rate
Kraken's interview process for their Senior Software Engineer roles is fairly selective, failing a large portion of engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Kraken's Senior Software Engineer interview process.
Kraken Work Experiences
- 5.0Great people, real autonomy, and fully remote workSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeOctober 21, 2026Pros: Competitive compensation, fully remote work, and some of the strongest people I’ve worked with. There’s a lot to learn from colleagues, and I really value the autonomy to take initiative and get things done without unnecessary layers of approval. The company adapts quickly to market changes, and we have access to the AI tools we need. The pace and freedom to act are big positives for me.Cons: Working hours can sometimes be irregular, particularly when serious incidents require attention outside normal hours. Flexibility works both ways, and that can occasionally be challenging. Regulatory requirements can also bring fixed deadlines with little room for adjustment, making some periods more intense.
- 5.0There's a Reason That They've Been Around Since 2011. A Responsible, Mission-Focused Exchange in a Speculative MarketSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeOctober 31, 2023Pros: Focused on financial stability security, and efficiency. Performant, secure tech stack (Rust, React Typescript). Good compensation and benefits. Truly remote-first, decentralized organization. Work anywhere in the world. Mission is part of culture. Lots of culture for a remote-first company.Cons: There is sometimes low visibility for employee contributions when working toward advancement. There are not many opportunities for in-person collaboration with colleagues.
- 3.0Learning opportunities hindered by poor management cultureSenior Software Engineer • Former EmployeeMay 20, 2026Pros: There are lots to learn, and it is an easy way to crypto.Cons: There was bad engineering management culture and no team dynamics.
