Process
Technical OA mixed with random games and knowledge test about a variety of topics into a behavioural interview where they ask you a few questions about the role, your motivations and interests.
Questions
Why Optiver and not other software companies.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 39 interview experiences for the Optiver Software Engineer Intern role.
Success Rate
5%
Pass Rate
Optiver's interview process for their Software Engineer Intern roles is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive69%
Neutral23%
Negative8%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Optiver's Software Engineer Intern interview process.
Optiver Work Experiences
3.0
Great People, Rewarding Pace
Software Engineer Intern • Current Employee
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
April 16, 2023
Pros: Great people and a fast-paced environment.
Cons: Intensive interview process, but very rewarding.
4.0
Pretty interesting company
Software Engineer Intern • Former Employee
Sydney, Australia
August 9, 2023
Pros: Learned a lot about the technology stack.
Cons: Pretty intense workplace, especially if you’re on a trading floor.
3.0
Good place to work if
Software Engineer • Former Employee
March 14, 2022
Pros: Co-workers, perks such as a coffee bar, game room, etc.
Cons: Not many employees with outside experience (most are fresh out of undergrad).
Management doesn't know how to work with experienced talent.
- 3.0Great People, Rewarding PaceSoftware Engineer Intern • Current EmployeeSydney, New South Wales, AustraliaApril 16, 2023Pros: Great people and a fast-paced environment.Cons: Intensive interview process, but very rewarding.
- 4.0Pretty interesting companySoftware Engineer Intern • Former EmployeeSydney, AustraliaAugust 9, 2023Pros: Learned a lot about the technology stack.Cons: Pretty intense workplace, especially if you’re on a trading floor.
- 3.0Good place to work ifSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeMarch 14, 2022Pros: Co-workers, perks such as a coffee bar, game room, etc.Cons: Not many employees with outside experience (most are fresh out of undergrad). Management doesn't know how to work with experienced talent.
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