Software Engineer Interview Experience - San Diego, California
September 1, 2021
Positive ExperienceNo Offer
Process
It was on Karat. The first 15 minutes were general questions, followed by 45 minutes of coding questions.
There were two follow-up questions.
The questions got harder in the follow-ups. The engineer was very friendly and patient.
Questions
Tell me the difference between CSS float, flexbox, and grid.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Robinhood Software Engineer role in San Diego, California.
Success Rate
0%
Pass Rate
Robinhood's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in San Diego, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive100%
Neutral0%
Negative0%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Robinhood's Software Engineer interview process in San Diego, California.
Robinhood Work Experiences
4.0
Decent compensation but rushed project timelines
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Toronto, ON
May 3, 2026
Pros: There was decent comp and the scope of the project.
Cons: It feels like we are always rushing to push the product and taking shortcuts that eventually bite us.
5.0
Fast-growing company
Software Engineer • Current Employee
New York, New York, United States
September 2, 2021
Pros: Bigger scope of project.
I can learn so many things in a short period.
Many smart talents.
Cons: Growing pains for a startup
5.0
Impactful Work, Smart Team
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Palo Alto, California, United States
June 30, 2017
Pros: - Working on a product that's actually making an impact.
- Small teams, so there's a large ability to impact the product.
- Huge market opportunity.
- Everybody is friendly and incredibly smart.
- Not working crazy startup hours.
Cons: - As with any startup, things are still being figured out.
- No 401k match.
- The office is a bit cramped.
- 4.0Decent compensation but rushed project timelinesSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeToronto, ONMay 3, 2026Pros: There was decent comp and the scope of the project.Cons: It feels like we are always rushing to push the product and taking shortcuts that eventually bite us.
- 5.0Fast-growing companySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesSeptember 2, 2021Pros: Bigger scope of project. I can learn so many things in a short period. Many smart talents.Cons: Growing pains for a startup
- 5.0Impactful Work, Smart TeamSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesJune 30, 2017Pros: - Working on a product that's actually making an impact. - Small teams, so there's a large ability to impact the product. - Huge market opportunity. - Everybody is friendly and incredibly smart. - Not working crazy startup hours.Cons: - As with any startup, things are still being figured out. - No 401k match. - The office is a bit cramped.
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