Senior Software Engineer Interview Experience - Bengaluru, Karnataka
Process
Direct HackerRank coding challenge.
Brief introduction, then dive into the coding challenge.
Ask more questions on the limitations.
Proceed at least with a brute-force approach.
Keep trying; don't give up until available time.
More discussion on how to approach the problem: What data structure should be used?
Questions
To make a string tree from the root.
Clue: Link to node is given at the end of the string.
Output: A tree to be built without links, with a valid flow from the root to all sub-root and leaf nodes.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 19 interview experiences for the PayPal Senior Software Engineer role in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Success Rate
PayPal's interview process for their Senior Software Engineer roles in Bengaluru, Karnataka is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having negative feelings for PayPal's Senior Software Engineer interview process in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
PayPal Work Experiences
- 4.0Good Wlb, Perks, PaySenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaDecember 2, 2025Pros: Great work-life balance. Good compensation. Great perks.Cons: Less challenging work. Speed of execution is slow.
- 3.0Latest Tech, Questionable CultureSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaNovember 23, 2025Pros: Opportunity to work with the latest tech stack.Cons: Work culture is not good. But that depends on the team.
- 5.0Dynamic and accommodatingSenior Software Engineer • Former EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaNovember 4, 2025Pros: Great tech culture Good pay Smaller teams Fast-paced Cab facilityCons: Food quality is not great. Frequent restructuring (could be a pro, too).
PayPal Interview Questions
