Process
Interview process focused more on general problem-solving skills algorithmically through design questions, not really LeetCode.
Unprofessional standards, untimely responses, and not evaluating on a rolling basis make it overall a waste of your time.
Questions
How would you design an API rate limiter?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 61 interview experiences for the Plaid Software Engineer role.
Success Rate
8%
Pass Rate
Plaid's interview process for their Software Engineer roles is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive36%
Neutral18%
Negative46%
Candidates reported having negative feelings for Plaid's Software Engineer interview process.
Plaid Work Experiences
4.0
Great place to be
Software Engineer • Current Employee
March 29, 2023
Pros: Comp Eng culture and work-life balance
Cons: Low velocity EMs and PMs are busy with too much process.
5.0
Great company to work at
Software Engineer • Current Employee
August 15, 2023
Pros: A good long-term product vision.
Cons: Normal pre-IPO and startup challenges are present.
4.0
Good, morale is down
Software Engineer • Current Employee
July 12, 2023
Pros: The culture is quite positive. People are outgoing and are willing to go out of their way to help you and unblock you. It is still not the same as it was pre-layoffs.
Cons: Not enough systems are in place for developer velocity.
- 4.0Great place to beSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeMarch 29, 2023Pros: Comp Eng culture and work-life balanceCons: Low velocity EMs and PMs are busy with too much process.
- 5.0Great company to work atSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeAugust 15, 2023Pros: A good long-term product vision.Cons: Normal pre-IPO and startup challenges are present.
- 4.0Good, morale is downSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeJuly 12, 2023Pros: The culture is quite positive. People are outgoing and are willing to go out of their way to help you and unblock you. It is still not the same as it was pre-layoffs.Cons: Not enough systems are in place for developer velocity.
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