Process
It was a very good first HR interview introducing the company and role. But the technical interview with two people from the team was very weird. As mentioned in another review, I had to turn on my camera in Zoom, but none of the interviewers did it, so it was extremely awkward talking to a black screen with only my camera on, and I didn't feel comfortable at all during the interview.
Questions
Questions about Spark, HTTP, and coding.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 40 interview experiences for the Kraken Software Engineer role.
Success Rate
40%
Pass Rate
Kraken's interview process for their Software Engineer roles is fairly selective, failing a large portion of engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive50%
Neutral5%
Negative45%
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Kraken's Software Engineer interview process.
Kraken Work Experiences
5.0
Flexible, engaging work with strong rewards and a great culture
Software Engineer • Current Employee
London, England
September 25, 2026
Pros: I genuinely enjoy working here. There are plenty of opportunities to develop and grow, and new, interesting work keeps the role engaging. The role is flexible and remote, with regular retreats and work sessions that give us opportunities to connect with colleagues in person. The culture is great, there are lots of learning sessions, and we have access to the latest tools to help us work efficiently.
Cons: The work can be demanding at times, but hard work is rewarded with strong compensation and the potential for additional bonuses for top performers.
5.0
Great Company and competent team
Software Engineer • Current Employee
November 16, 2024
Pros: The teams are extremely talented and competent.
Cons: Volatile industry results in relatively frequent reorganization of teams and initiatives.
5.0
I like Kraken
Software Engineer • Current Employee
London, England
August 3, 2025
Pros: Rust, remote, crypto, strong culture, talented coworkers, interesting products and problems, and lots of work for us to do make up my positive view of Arjun's impact on the company.
Cons: high expectation to preform effects WLB, reorgs so I've been on a couple teams in a year
- 5.0Flexible, engaging work with strong rewards and a great cultureSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeLondon, EnglandSeptember 25, 2026Pros: I genuinely enjoy working here. There are plenty of opportunities to develop and grow, and new, interesting work keeps the role engaging. The role is flexible and remote, with regular retreats and work sessions that give us opportunities to connect with colleagues in person. The culture is great, there are lots of learning sessions, and we have access to the latest tools to help us work efficiently.Cons: The work can be demanding at times, but hard work is rewarded with strong compensation and the potential for additional bonuses for top performers.
- 5.0Great Company and competent teamSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNovember 16, 2024Pros: The teams are extremely talented and competent.Cons: Volatile industry results in relatively frequent reorganization of teams and initiatives.
- 5.0I like KrakenSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeLondon, EnglandAugust 3, 2025Pros: Rust, remote, crypto, strong culture, talented coworkers, interesting products and problems, and lots of work for us to do make up my positive view of Arjun's impact on the company.Cons: high expectation to preform effects WLB, reorgs so I've been on a couple teams in a year
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