Software Engineer (Internship) Interview Experience - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
September 1, 2019
Neutral ExperienceNo Offer
Process
Took first interview, was a coding Hackerrank, then took behavioral, then for some reason rejected after behavioral, despite doing fine. I don't know why I was rejected, so a little annoyed.
Questions
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Optiver Software Engineer (Internship) role in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Success Rate
0%
Pass Rate
Optiver's interview process for their Software Engineer (Internship) roles in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
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Neutral100%
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Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Optiver's Software Engineer (Internship) interview process in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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- 5.0Fast-paced, rewarding, and intellectually stimulatingSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeAmsterdam, NetherlandsJuly 13, 2025Pros: Optiver offers an incredible environment for growth, with smart colleagues, a strong focus on collaboration, and a culture that values ownership and impact. The compensation is competitive, the benefits are excellent, and the company supports continuous learning and innovation.Cons: The pace can be intense, and expectations are high. It's not a place for those who prefer a slow or highly structured corporate environment.
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