Process
I was reached out to by a recruiter on LinkedIn, and then went through a brief conversation with them. This was followed by a take-home exam on previous experience and light coding tests.
Next, there was a technical phone call with an engineer. The process felt pushy; no matter what my time preference was, they went with theirs. During the technical phone screen, the interviewer was unprofessional, chatting and laughing with someone else on the call.
Although I answered all questions correctly and on time, I was rejected immediately with no feedback provided.
Questions
Follow-up questions about the take-home test, basic data structures, a simple guess-the-price game, and light SQL.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 144 interview experiences for the SpaceX Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
SpaceX's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having good feelings for SpaceX's Software Engineer interview process in United States.
SpaceX Work Experiences
- 4.0Intense and Fun but ChallengingSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeHawthorne, CASeptember 16, 2024Pros: Innovative Work Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking projects in space exploration and aerospace. High Impact: Contribute to missions that have global significance, like launching satellites, space missions, and Mars colonization. Learning Opportunities: Constant exposure to new technologies and challenges fosters rapid learning and skill development.Cons: Long Hours: Extremely demanding workload, often requiring overtime, weekends, and long shifts to meet aggressive deadlines. High Pressure: The fast-paced and high-stakes environment can create intense pressure and stress. Work-Life Balance: Many employees report a poor work-life balance due to the long hours and tight deadlines.
- 4.0SpaceX - Software EngineerSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeNew York, NYFebruary 21, 2024Pros: • Good pay • Great vacations and sick leave and off daysCons: Management is harsh, and targets are sometimes not easy to meet.
- 5.0Great culture and benefitSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeePalo Alto, CASeptember 9, 2026Pros: Great culture and benefits and other thingsCons: No cons, and very good work.
