Process
Most aggressive and rude recruiter I've ever dealt with. She told me I was playing games when I didn't want to state my desired salary. They over-hired in 2021-2022, and were so proud about it. They had an initiative to hire 2021 engineers in 2021.
Questions
Medium difficulty technical interview.
Life story.
45 minutes interview.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 27 interview experiences for the Shopify Senior Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
7%
Pass Rate
Shopify's interview process for their Senior Software Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive30%
Neutral19%
Negative52%
Candidates reported having negative feelings for Shopify's Senior Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Shopify Work Experiences
4.0
Overall, a good company to work with
Senior Software Engineer • Former Employee
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
February 14, 2025
Pros: 1. Positive working atmosphere
2. The interview process is straightforward
3. Flexible composition.
Cons: 1. Low pay compared to other tech companies.
2. Too many one-on-one sessions.
5.0
Great people to work with
Senior Software Engineer • Former Employee
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
May 5, 2023
Pros: You can work with great, talented people.
Cons: Sometimes the direction change comes suddenly, without any information.
4.0
Good place overall
Senior Software Engineer • Current Employee
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
August 3, 2024
Pros: Great culture, depending on the team. Unlimited time off.
Cons: Promotions beyond the senior level depend on open roles. It's very hard to get promoted.
- 4.0Overall, a good company to work withSenior Software Engineer • Former EmployeeToronto, Ontario, CanadaFebruary 14, 2025Pros: 1. Positive working atmosphere 2. The interview process is straightforward 3. Flexible composition.Cons: 1. Low pay compared to other tech companies. 2. Too many one-on-one sessions.
- 5.0Great people to work withSenior Software Engineer • Former EmployeeVancouver, British Columbia, CanadaMay 5, 2023Pros: You can work with great, talented people.Cons: Sometimes the direction change comes suddenly, without any information.
- 4.0Good place overallSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeMontreal, Quebec, CanadaAugust 3, 2024Pros: Great culture, depending on the team. Unlimited time off.Cons: Promotions beyond the senior level depend on open roles. It's very hard to get promoted.
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