Senior Software Developer Interview Experience - Amsterdam, Netherlands
May 1, 2019
Positive ExperienceNo Offer
Process
Very pleasant procedure, clear and open. Ultimately, I declined because the content didn't appeal to me enough. But it was only because everyone was so open about it that I could determine that quickly.
Questions
Name one of the differences between C and Java.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 2 interview experiences for the Optiver Senior Software Developer role in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Success Rate
0%
Pass Rate
Optiver's interview process for their Senior Software Developer roles in Amsterdam, Netherlands is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive50%
Neutral50%
Negative0%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Optiver's Senior Software Developer interview process in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Optiver Work Experiences
1.0
Profit Share Not Worth It
Senior Software Developer • Former Employee
September 15, 2020
Pros: The only reason people stay in the business is for the Profit Share/Bonus payments, but it's surely not worth it.
Cons: A highly political, egoistic environment. The company is full of big talkers and time wasters!
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.
- 1.0Profit Share Not Worth ItSenior Software Developer • Former EmployeeSeptember 15, 2020Pros: The only reason people stay in the business is for the Profit Share/Bonus payments, but it's surely not worth it.Cons: A highly political, egoistic environment. The company is full of big talkers and time wasters!
- 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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