Process
I applied through a recruiter, and the process took two weeks.
I was contacted by a recruiter. The very first thing I asked was if I could work remotely. They said yes, we're fully remote. The next thing we had was a call, and they confirmed again that my current location was not a problem, and I emphasized that I'm not willing to relocate. Then they sent me a two-day task, which I did, and I heard positive feedback. They said I'd probably pass the next rounds, but they cannot employ me in my current location. I was very disappointed, as I wasted two days of actual work for something that was triple-checked before. Not a good job, HR.
Questions
Build a system which reassembles a trading venue.
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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
- 1.0Toxic, Ruthless, HellscapeSenior Software Engineer • Former EmployeeCalgary, ABApril 16, 2026Pros: The pay is good, but it is dwindling.Cons: Toxic management, no feedback, instant layoffs, constant reorgs, sociopathic CEO and minions, no backbone, no trust in employees, if you want to emote "lfg" to Slack manifestos that you have to write AI skills to replace yourself then go for it. Soulless corporate bs nonstop, daily death march to do more.
- 1.0Join Kraken if you want to destroy your mental healthSenior Software Engineer • Former EmployeeSan Francisco, CAMay 25, 2021Pros: There are no pros compared with most fast-pacing startups that use cutting-edge technologies.Cons: - Extremely high pressure. - Forced to do overwork. - Unfriendly environment plenty of egocentric people. - Lack of learning and challenges. - Nasty managers that don't give you feedback. - Deadlines, rush, un-agile framework. - No chances to progress in the company. - Lower salaries than the market average. That's why Kraken has that insane rotation. People get crazy with mental health issues.
- 1.0Bad orgSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeSeptember 23, 2022Pros: The policy allows working remotely globally.Cons: Everything else abour kraken is bad. No innovation, no motivation , cannot put our ideas out.
