Process
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Aptitude + Tech objective type, totally consisting of 60 questions.
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Shortlisted candidates had a 1.5-hour C program implementation round. There were 3 questions. Two on dynamic allocation. The other one was a simple program to test your logical skills.
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Shortlisted candidates had a 1:1 tech interview. Questions were mostly on OS and C.
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Shortlisted candidates had a panel tech interview. Questions were on Unix System programming, OS, C, and Data Structures.
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Shortlisted candidates had a 1:1 HR interview.
Questions
I was asked about signaling in Unix system programming. As I was answering, the topic changed to Microprocessor and HW. I was not prepared for that.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 95 interview experiences for the Red Hat Software Engineer role.
Success Rate
Red Hat's interview process for their Software Engineer roles is fairly selective, failing a large portion of engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Red Hat's Software Engineer interview process.
Red Hat Work Experiences
- 3.0Less stress but plagued by poor management and politicsSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeRa`anannaJuly 26, 2026Pros: - Likely less stressful than other companies - Has good peopleCons: - Management's vision and priorities are not in the right place, and are sometimes unrealistic, especially around AI - LOTS of internal politics - There are many people in high roles who have minimal communication and leadership skills
- 4.0open sourceSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeDublin, DublinJanuary 30, 2026Pros: Culture is one of the biggest pros.Cons: Salary is one of the biggest cons.
- 4.0Good place especially to start your carrierSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeBrnoJuly 2, 2024Pros: A friendly environment with nice, supportive colleagues.Cons: The salary is lower than the market level.
