Toxic Culture, Poor Balance
Toxic Culture, Poor Balance
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.
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.
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Software Development Engineer (SDE)
It took an extensive duration to receive feedback on the application process. The online assessment, in particular, proved to be quite time-consuming. It encompassed not only the conventional HackerRank test but also included a substantial component
Software Development Engineer (SDE)
Very interactive and insightful process. Had multiple rounds on coding and designs. Interviewers are supportive and super kind. Questions are not too difficult. Also had one round of behavioral questions.
Software Development Engineer (SDE)
I've participated in behavioral interviews with this company, and I don't think they are looking to hire people. I believe my answers were adequate, but they still rejected me. I'm unsure why. I even attended their on-campus event.
Software Development Engineer (SDE)
Shanghai, Shanghai, ChinaNovember 14, 2023It took an extensive duration to receive feedback on the application process. The online assessment, in particular, proved to be quite time-consuming. It encompassed not only the conventional HackerRank test but also included a substantial component
Software Development Engineer (SDE)
April 2, 2026Very interactive and insightful process. Had multiple rounds on coding and designs. Interviewers are supportive and super kind. Questions are not too difficult. Also had one round of behavioral questions.
Software Development Engineer (SDE)
United StatesSeptember 5, 2023I've participated in behavioral interviews with this company, and I don't think they are looking to hire people. I believe my answers were adequate, but they still rejected me. I'm unsure why. I even attended their on-campus event.
