Process
I applied online. The process took 1 week.
Got sent a HackerRank Online Assessment very quickly. It consisted of one coding challenge (medium-ish) and one "IQ" test, in the form of a mini-game that tests your thinking speed and reflexes.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 16 interview experiences for the Optiver Software Engineering Intern role.
Success Rate
19%
Pass Rate
Optiver's interview process for their Software Engineering Intern roles is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive50%
Neutral31%
Negative19%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Optiver's Software Engineering Intern interview process.
Optiver Work Experiences
4.0
Good Perks, Stressful Work
Software Engineering Intern • Former Employee
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
March 16, 2023
Pros: Interesting work, good food, and perks.
Cons: Work can be stressful at times.
2.0
Nice perks, poor culture
Software Engineer • Former Employee
July 30, 2019
Pros: Lots of perks, like lunches and a barista, etc.
Cons: Management structure has changed a lot and has turned into more of a boys club.
4.0
A good place to work
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Seattle, Washington, United States
April 23, 2025
Pros: The pay was good, and the people were smart.
Cons: The hours can be long.
- 4.0Good Perks, Stressful WorkSoftware Engineering Intern • Former EmployeeSydney, New South Wales, AustraliaMarch 16, 2023Pros: Interesting work, good food, and perks.Cons: Work can be stressful at times.
- 2.0Nice perks, poor cultureSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeJuly 30, 2019Pros: Lots of perks, like lunches and a barista, etc.Cons: Management structure has changed a lot and has turned into more of a boys club.
- 4.0A good place to workSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesApril 23, 2025Pros: The pay was good, and the people were smart.Cons: The hours can be long.
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