Graduate Software Engineer Interview Experience - Amsterdam
November 15, 2025
Positive ExperienceNo Offer
Process
After I applied, I received an online assessment shortly. It was HackerRank-styled. I had only two choices of language: C++ and Java. A bit difficult than average, but doable with a lot of practice.
Questions
Questions on C++ data structures
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 7 interview experiences for the Optiver Graduate Software Engineer role in Amsterdam.
Success Rate
0%
Pass Rate
Optiver's interview process for their Graduate Software Engineer roles in Amsterdam is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive43%
Neutral57%
Negative0%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Optiver's Graduate Software Engineer interview process in Amsterdam.
Optiver Work Experiences
5.0
Great Company to Work
Graduate Software Engineer • Current Employee
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
August 26, 2024
Pros: Good salary and other benefits.
Cons: Start working early when the market opens.
5.0
Intern Experience at Optiver Amsterdam
SWE Intern • Former Employee
Amsterdam, Netherlands
October 6, 2025
Pros: Full ownership of the project, a very talented intern cohort, and lots of technical lectures.
Cons: Lot to learn in limited time
5.0
Fast-paced, rewarding, and intellectually stimulating
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Amsterdam, Netherlands
July 13, 2025
Pros: Optiver offers an incredible environment for growth, with smart colleagues, a strong focus on collaboration, and a culture that values ownership and impact. The compensation is competitive, the benefits are excellent, and the company supports continuous learning and innovation.
Cons: The pace can be intense, and expectations are high. It's not a place for those who prefer a slow or highly structured corporate environment.
- 5.0Great Company to WorkGraduate Software Engineer • Current EmployeeAmsterdam, North Holland, NetherlandsAugust 26, 2024Pros: Good salary and other benefits.Cons: Start working early when the market opens.
- 5.0Intern Experience at Optiver AmsterdamSWE Intern • Former EmployeeAmsterdam, NetherlandsOctober 6, 2025Pros: Full ownership of the project, a very talented intern cohort, and lots of technical lectures.Cons: Lot to learn in limited time
- 5.0Fast-paced, rewarding, and intellectually stimulatingSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeAmsterdam, NetherlandsJuly 13, 2025Pros: Optiver offers an incredible environment for growth, with smart colleagues, a strong focus on collaboration, and a culture that values ownership and impact. The compensation is competitive, the benefits are excellent, and the company supports continuous learning and innovation.Cons: The pace can be intense, and expectations are high. It's not a place for those who prefer a slow or highly structured corporate environment.
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