Software Engineer Intern Interview Experience - Sydney, Australia
February 24, 2026
Positive ExperienceGot Offer
Process
I applied online. The process took 2 months.
Pretty standard when compared to other firms, the behavioral interview is a bit stressful though.
- OA
- Behavioral Interview
- Technical
- Super day (2x Technical, 1x Behavioral)
Super day was conducted online which is kinda sad
Questions
What is the difference between TCP and UDP?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 2 interview experiences for the Optiver Software Engineer Intern role in Sydney, New South Wales.
Success Rate
0%
Pass Rate
Optiver's interview process for their Software Engineer Intern roles in Sydney, New South Wales 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 Sydney, New South Wales.
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.
4.0
Great work experience, poor decision-making
Software Developer Intern • Former Employee
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
March 22, 2023
Pros: Fast-paced environment and interesting work.
Cons: Lack of proper feedback and reflection on performance. Most of the interns with exceptional performance didn't end up having return offers.
- 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.
- 4.0Great work experience, poor decision-makingSoftware Developer Intern • Former EmployeeSydney, New South Wales, AustraliaMarch 22, 2023Pros: Fast-paced environment and interesting work.Cons: Lack of proper feedback and reflection on performance. Most of the interns with exceptional performance didn't end up having return offers.
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