Software Engineer (Internship) Interview Experience - London, United Kingdom
Process
Online HackerRank question. Given requirements, I had to implement a class that represents a certain system (not algorithmic).
Then a behavioural interview with two members of HR. Fairly standard.
Questions
Why work here?
Explain your background.
Tell us about a time that you failed or didn't meet expectations and how did you deal with it.
What would others say is your weakness? (Soft skills wise)
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 5 interview experiences for the Optiver Software Engineer (Internship) role in London, United Kingdom.
Success Rate
Optiver's interview process for their Software Engineer (Internship) roles in London, the United Kingdom is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Optiver's Software Engineer (Internship) interview process in London, United Kingdom.
Optiver Work Experiences
- 5.0Nice, smart peopleSenior Software Engineer • Former EmployeeLondon, England, United KingdomMarch 31, 2025Pros: Everyone is nice, everyone is smart, [and has an] entrepreneurial attitude.Cons: Lots of engineers, even senior ones, lack outside experience. It's hard to get anything done outside of established boundaries. Lots of inertia around existing tech and a lack of outside perspective makes it hard to point out problems or suggest solutions outside of expectations.
- 4.0Good Balance, Needs ListeningSenior Software Engineer • Former EmployeeLondon, England, United KingdomSeptember 18, 2024Pros: Decent culture Good work-life balanceCons: Could listen to employees more.
- 2.0Great Balance, Crazy VibeSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeAmsterdam, NetherlandsJune 25, 2021Pros: Work and life balance is best.Cons: We like the feeling at Optiver; it is crazy.
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