Software Engineer (Internship) Interview Experience - Shanghai, China
Process
I applied online.
Here's an expanded version at more length: The hiring process unfolds across four distinct stages. It begins with an initial recruiter screen to discuss your background and the role. Next comes a technical coding interview assessing problem-solving skills. Candidates then complete a take-home project to demonstrate practical abilities. Finally, a comprehensive final interview with the team evaluates overall fit and culture alignment.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Optiver Software Engineer (Internship) role in Shanghai, Shanghai.
Success Rate
Optiver's interview process for their Software Engineer (Internship) roles in Shanghai, Shanghai is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for Optiver's Software Engineer (Internship) interview process in Shanghai, Shanghai.
Optiver Work Experiences
- 2.0Toxic Culture, Poor BalanceSoftware Development Engineer (SDE) • Former EmployeeShanghai, Shanghai, ChinaSeptember 16, 2025Pros: Optiver is not a good place to work. Its culture is too toxic. I cannot say any pros, except its payment is higher than most IT companies, which you exchange for both your mental and physical health.Cons: Culture is toxic. Worse and worse work-life balance in the Shanghai office. No career development. Most IT managers are incapable; they just keep pushing.
- 5.0Great Interview, No IssuesSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeShanghai, Shanghai, ChinaSeptember 27, 2023Pros: The interview was professional and well-organized.Cons: No cons at all, lol.
- 5.0Great People, Good PaySoftware Engineer(Internship) • Former EmployeeShanghai, Shanghai, ChinaSeptember 6, 2024Pros: Good compensation. People are nice.Cons: No cons. Everything is good.
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