Backend Software Engineer Interview Experience - Barcelona, Spain
Process
From the very beginning, the interaction conveyed the coldness of a traditional bank. During the first interview, I felt uncomfortable.
With 15 years of experience in my field, I felt like the interviewer wasn't listening to me. Additionally, it was unclear whether I was speaking with someone from human resources or a technical person, which caused confusion.
I was particularly concerned that the interviewer thought Spring and Hibernate are part of the Java core, which demonstrates a basic technical misunderstanding. It seemed that the interviewer didn't understand much beyond a few fixed questions. This aloof attitude was not only disconcerting but also made the interview unproductive and unpleasant.
Anyway, I appreciate the opportunity you provided.
Questions
Questions about whether it works with Java core. Questions about optimistic lock. Questions about what database he knew. Can two objects have the same hash?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Revolut Backend Software Engineer role in Barcelona, Spain.
Success Rate
Revolut's interview process for their Backend Software Engineer roles in Barcelona, Spain is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for Revolut's Backend Software Engineer interview process in Barcelona, Spain.
Revolut Work Experiences
- 4.0Not for everyone companyBackend Software Engineer • Current EmployeeJune 6, 2025Pros: A fast-growing and ambitious company with a dynamic and efficient work environment. Processes and bureaucratic hurdles are addressed promptly, which keeps things moving smoothly. Compensation is competitive. The engineering team stands out — highly skilled, collaborative, and genuinely supportive colleagues. There are also good opportunities for internal mobility across teams and departments.Cons: Some productivity metrics, like lines of code or PR count. The culture favors those who prioritize work and seek big, complex challenges. Industry-standard frameworks are rarely used, which may affect long-term skill relevance. Compensation can be inconsistent — new mid-level hires might out-earn experienced seniors or leads. Team quality varies: some have weak product direction. It's easy to experience imposter syndrome, even as a strong engineer.
- 5.0Best job I've ever hadBackend Software Engineer • Current EmployeeJune 16, 2023Pros: - Great compensation. - Awesome place to grow. - Satisfying work. - Flexible work hours. - Remote work opportunity. (I haven't seen an office IRL for 2 years.)Cons: Sometimes high-paced but hard work is rewarded with a nice bonus. Not for people who want to take it easy and chill.
- 5.0Very strong work ethicBackend Software Engineer • Current EmployeeBerlin, Berlin, GermanyFebruary 2, 2021Pros: 1. There are many real-world challenges to be solved with urgency. 2. You get to work on cool stuff from day one. 3. Many smart, competing colleagues. 4. The product is growing every day, so there are many new opportunities. There are even opportunities which are not yet polished, waiting to be discovered.Cons: 1. Lack of internal technical documentation makes it a bit hard to navigate one's way through the huge codebase. 2. Not all teams use monitoring tools effectively, which may lead to delayed discovery of bugs.
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