Process
Met with the manager who described the work and administered a very basic test. Then, met with three additional managers who discussed workflow and work culture. They seemed to favor a computer science degree above anything else.
Questions
How would you test a microwave?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the McAfee Software QA Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
100%
Pass Rate
McAfee's interview process for their Software QA Engineer roles in the United States is incredibly easy as the vast majority of engineers get an offer after going through it.
Experience Rating
Positive0%
Neutral100%
Negative0%
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for McAfee's Software QA Engineer interview process in United States.
McAfee Work Experiences
4.0
Good Overall
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Vancouver, BC
May 21, 2024
Pros: - Smart and kind colleagues
- Good pay and benefits compared to the average market (Glassdoor numbers aren't reliable)
- Excellent WLB
Cons: - It takes a long time to get promotions because the promotion process is not that structural
- Annual pay raise is just okay
5.0
Good and friendly work environment with no cons
Sr. Lead Software Engineer • Current Employee
May 15, 2026
Pros: All good and a friendly environment.
Cons: None as of now for me.
4.0
Software Engineer
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Bangalore Rural
June 25, 2024
Pros: A leader in the cyber security space
Cons: Too many mergers and acquisitions, and not quite stable.
- 4.0Good OverallSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeVancouver, BCMay 21, 2024Pros: - Smart and kind colleagues - Good pay and benefits compared to the average market (Glassdoor numbers aren't reliable) - Excellent WLBCons: - It takes a long time to get promotions because the promotion process is not that structural - Annual pay raise is just okay
- 5.0Good and friendly work environment with no consSr. Lead Software Engineer • Current EmployeeMay 15, 2026Pros: All good and a friendly environment.Cons: None as of now for me.
- 4.0Software EngineerSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeBangalore RuralJune 25, 2024Pros: A leader in the cyber security spaceCons: Too many mergers and acquisitions, and not quite stable.
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