Software Developer Interview Experience - Montreal, Canada
Process
Logged on and was asked about my resume, then more deeply about my specific experience. Afterwards I was grilled about Python and Bash. Then finally I was given a coding problem, LC medium if I had to guess. Once I had solved it, I asked them a few questions and was told the hiring manager would be in touch with the next steps.
Questions
How does Python handle multi-threading?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 2 interview experiences for the Squarepoint Capital Software Developer role in Montreal, Canada.
Success Rate
Squarepoint Capital's interview process for their Software Developer roles in Montreal, Canada is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Squarepoint Capital's Software Developer interview process in Montreal, Canada.
Squarepoint Capital Work Experiences
- 5.0Strong technology, hierarchySoftware Developer • Current EmployeeMontreal, CanadaFebruary 26, 2021Pros: Purely tech driven, managers do a great job shielding developers from investments.Cons: There was a WFH 1-day policy even during Covid.
- 4.0Good high-performance environmentSoftware Developer • Current EmployeeMontreal, CanadaApril 1, 2024Pros: - Good pay & benefits - Great people - Can be promoted or moved teams relatively easilyCons: Mileage will vary hugely depending on the team. Politics and bureaucracy often make simple projects extremely complicated. A very high-performance environment and culture is not for everyone. Upper management has stated verbatim that they have no interest in diversity and inclusion.
- 5.0A small and young companySoftware Developer • Current EmployeeMontreal, CanadaDecember 3, 2025Pros: Energetic Reasonable compensation Flat structureCons: The salary might be lower than other hedge funds.
