Software Engineer Interview Experience - New York, New York
Process
I applied on the student careers page.
Their application deadline was November 20th, and I heard from a recruiter after three weeks.
I scheduled my first telephonic interview with an engineer. The phone screen consisted of one easy algorithm question and details about my background.
I heard back from the recruiter within two business days and was scheduled for the Intern Super Day onsite.
Unfortunately, I could not make it onsite, so the recruiter scheduled three Google Hangout interviews.
All three interviewers were great and had been working at the company for more than three years.
All interviews started with background information, followed by algorithm questions with follow-up questions based on my implementation.
Each interview was scheduled for 30 minutes.
Questions
Reverse a string.
Reverse only words of a string.
Inline implementation of reversing words in a string?
Check for balanced parentheses.
Check whether two strings are anagrams of each other.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 26 interview experiences for the Spotify Software Engineer role in New York, New York.
Success Rate
Spotify's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in New York, New York is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
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Spotify Work Experiences
- 4.0Culture going downhill, overall goodSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesAugust 24, 2025Pros: - Good culture and teammates. Enjoyable to work with them and a relatively low-stress environment compared to other companies. - Pay is above average, but largely due to stock appreciation as well.Cons: - Culture is taking a downhill turn, with leadership more readily breathing down on necks. - There is no incentive to try hard due to a lack of refreshers and pay raises.
- 3.0It used to be betterSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesJune 7, 2017Pros: Good brand. Cool culture. Lots of freedom. OK benefit.Cons: 1. Underpay. No bonus. Crappy options. 2. Acquired some consulting company (I won't name it here) two years ago with a toxic culture and a charlatan leader (self-proclaimed thought leader, scientist, and entrepreneur). Somehow this toxic culture grew in the company. This "charlatan leader," who is hated by almost everyone, somehow has the ears of the CXOs and kept dishing out ridiculous/stupid roadmaps. It is pretty mind-blowing the leadership can't see this phony through. 3. Hiring like crazy. Extremely low bar. Bad onboarding. You can get hired even with only one thumb up.
- 5.0An Engaging and Inspiring Software Engineering Internship at SpotifySoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesJuly 2, 2023Pros: My software engineering internship at Spotify was an exceptional experience that exceeded my expectations. The company's commitment to innovation was evident, as I had the opportunity to work on cutting-edge features and contribute to a platform used by millions. The collaborative work environment fostered open communication and teamwork, allowing me to learn from cross-functional teams and develop crucial skills. Additionally, Spotify's focus on personal growth provided mentorship, workshops, and tech talks that expanded my knowledge and enhanced my software engineering capabilities.Cons: The fast-paced nature of the work at Spotify posed a challenge during my internship. Balancing multiple projects and meeting deadlines required strong organizational skills and efficiency. However, the support and guidance from my team members helped me navigate these challenges and ultimately contributed to my professional growth.
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