Process
The interview process was smooth, as expected in any startup. It included an initial 1:1 phone call, followed by an in-person interview, and then an offer. The demo and site tour were impressive.
Questions
Standard interview process:
- Coding interviews
- Tech / fit interviews
All conducted in a single day.
An offer is made within a few days.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Rivian Software Engineering role in United States.
Success Rate
100%
Pass Rate
Rivian's interview process for their Software Engineering roles in the United States is incredibly easy as the vast majority of engineers get an offer after going through it.
Experience Rating
Positive100%
Neutral0%
Negative0%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Rivian's Software Engineering interview process in United States.
Rivian Work Experiences
5.0
Great company, headed to good places!
Software Engineering • Current Employee
Palo Alto, California, United States
August 17, 2021
Pros: Everything except work-life balance. Smart people, good internal communication.
Cons: Work-life balance is kind of skewed, but it depends on the team.
5.0
Amazing culture, great products, and smart people
Software Engineering • Current Employee
San Jose, California, United States
April 10, 2018
Pros: I've been with Rivian for more than a year. It's been an amazing experience!
* Silicon Valley culture.
* Exciting product lineup.
* Filled with smart people.
* Offers good employee benefits, including 401k.
* Competitive pay.
Cons: The location was earlier at San Mateo, but now it has moved to San Jose.
4.0
Great Company, Bright Future
Industrial Engineer • Current Employee
Remote
December 19, 2022
Pros: Good Company with a great future.
Cons: No cons to the report.
- 5.0Great company, headed to good places!Software Engineering • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesAugust 17, 2021Pros: Everything except work-life balance. Smart people, good internal communication.Cons: Work-life balance is kind of skewed, but it depends on the team.
- 5.0Amazing culture, great products, and smart peopleSoftware Engineering • Current EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesApril 10, 2018Pros: I've been with Rivian for more than a year. It's been an amazing experience! * Silicon Valley culture. * Exciting product lineup. * Filled with smart people. * Offers good employee benefits, including 401k. * Competitive pay.Cons: The location was earlier at San Mateo, but now it has moved to San Jose.
- 4.0Great Company, Bright FutureIndustrial Engineer • Current EmployeeRemoteDecember 19, 2022Pros: Good Company with a great future.Cons: No cons to the report.
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