Great people and culture, but pay and politics hinder growth
Great people and culture, but pay and politics hinder growth
There was high autonomy, great people, an interesting culture and product, great parental leave benefits, and a work-life balance.
There was low pay, low promotion pathways, and it was politics heavy.
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Software Engineer
A Spotify HR representative contacted me and invited me to an interview. Soon after, I was assigned a first Skype interview. I spoke with the interviewer for about an hour about my experience and my reasons for seeking a new job. At the end of the f
Backend Engineer
I applied online. The process took one day. I had an initial interview, but I knew I would fail. The recruiter seemed disinterested and moody, like they were tired. I got asked the typical questions like salary and stuff, but I knew I was going to f
Senior Backend Engineer
Overall, I would say it was short. I think it was friendly, but the process was built as a monologue, which was a bit unexpected to me. Unfortunately, I haven't received any feedback or emotions from the interviewers.
Software Engineer
UkraineJuly 7, 2014A Spotify HR representative contacted me and invited me to an interview. Soon after, I was assigned a first Skype interview. I spoke with the interviewer for about an hour about my experience and my reasons for seeking a new job. At the end of the f
Backend Engineer
London, EnglandMarch 9, 2026I applied online. The process took one day. I had an initial interview, but I knew I would fail. The recruiter seemed disinterested and moody, like they were tired. I got asked the typical questions like salary and stuff, but I knew I was going to f
Senior Backend Engineer
SwedenAugust 1, 2022Overall, I would say it was short. I think it was friendly, but the process was built as a monologue, which was a bit unexpected to me. Unfortunately, I haven't received any feedback or emotions from the interviewers.
