Principal Software Engineer Interview Experience
Process
I applied online and was contacted promptly by an internal New Relic recruiter to start the process. The entire interview process was a great experience and nothing was forced. Each person I spoke with covered different areas, and it flowed very nicely.
Questions
Give me an example where you helped someone learn something, and what you learned from them.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 6 interview experiences for the New Relic Principal Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
New Relic's interview process for their Principal Software Engineer roles in the United States is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for New Relic's Principal Software Engineer interview process in United States.
New Relic Work Experiences
- 4.0Great company to workPrincipal Software Engineer • Current EmployeeHyderābādAugust 28, 2026Pros: Great Perks: Employees enjoy complimentary lunch and daily snacks. Talented Peers: The workforce consists of highly skilled, collaborative, and capable teammates. Engaging Projects: The daily work is intellectually challenging and genuinely interesting.Cons: Below-Market Compensation: The overall salary structure is low compared to industry standards. Misaligned Leadership: Some managers and directors lack technical expertise, prioritising quick delivery over long-term company goals. Micro-management: A segment of leadership practices excessive oversight, hindering employee autonomy.
- 4.0Good companySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Francisco, CAMarch 18, 2024Pros: Decent pay, good benefits, and challenging assignmentsCons: No cons so far as of yet.
- 3.0Great companySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeePortland, ORNovember 6, 2024Pros: Lots of upside with a side of ambiguity.Cons: Ambiguity, where are we going?
