Software Engineer - Intern Interview Experience - Amsterdam, Netherlands
August 17, 2023
Positive ExperienceNo Offer
Process
It was an HR interview. Started with an introduction of the HR and the interviewee. Then usual HR conversation like why do you want to become a Software Engineer, why Optiver, and not Microsoft etc.
Questions
Computer science background, why Optiver?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Optiver Software Engineer - Intern role in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Success Rate
0%
Pass Rate
Optiver's interview process for their Software Engineer - Intern roles in Amsterdam, Netherlands is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive100%
Neutral0%
Negative0%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Optiver's Software Engineer - Intern interview process in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Optiver Work Experiences
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.
4.0
Talented Team, High Egos
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Amsterdam, Netherlands
February 16, 2025
Pros: Pays well. Talented team. Social.
Cons: Everyone thinks too highly of themselves.
- 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.
- 4.0Talented Team, High EgosSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeAmsterdam, NetherlandsFebruary 16, 2025Pros: Pays well. Talented team. Social.Cons: Everyone thinks too highly of themselves.
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