Software Engineer Interview Experience - London, England
Process
I passed online assessment but failed at 1st round tech interview. The whole process takes 3 weeks, I got the reply 3 days after submitting online assessment.
The online assessment is on HackerRank and consists of 5 multiple choice questions related to Linux and 1 code test about task scheduling algorithm.
The interview is 1 hour, 30 min about related project and 30 min is code test. The code test is string converting to formulas. It is not that hard, should be medium level.
Questions
What is asynchronous programming?
Why do you use Gunicorn in your project instead of FastAPI?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 11 interview experiences for the Squarepoint Capital Software Engineer role in London, England.
Success Rate
Squarepoint Capital's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in London, England is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Squarepoint Capital's Software Engineer interview process in London, England.
Squarepoint Capital Work Experiences
- 4.0Good work life balanceSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeSingapore, SingaporeDecember 23, 2025Pros: Good company perks, complimentary breakfast and lunchCons: Could be more transparent about pay structure and employee ratings
- 4.0High-achieving environmentSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeLondon, United KingdomOctober 30, 2026Pros: High achieving environment, good benefits, relatively flexible work hours. Teams with competent hard working people.Cons: There is not much sense of a work community.
- 3.0Good place for steady / stable careerSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeLondon, United KingdomMay 23, 2022Pros: Salary hikes more or less match inflation, and there is a good work-life balance.Cons: Not ideal for young / ambitious job seekers - do not expect jaw dropping bonuses, it's like a typical bulge bracket bank.
