Software Development Engineer (SDE) II Interview Experience
Process
The interview process consisted of a phone screen, followed by a tech screen. If successful, the next stage was a round of five interviews. I received feedback within a day after completing the tech screen. Unfortunately, I did not pass the tech screen.
Questions
They asked me about my basic qualifications in the phone screen.
Then, there was a pretty simple, two-part problem in the tech screen.
I was rejected for it, despite passing all the tests.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Stripe Software Development Engineer (SDE) II role in United States.
Success Rate
Stripe's interview process for their Software Development Engineer (SDE) II roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Stripe's Software Development Engineer (SDE) II interview process in United States.
Stripe Work Experiences
- 4.0Supportive Team, Fast PaceSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeOyster Point, United StatesSeptember 9, 2025Pros: Incredibly collaborative and supportive coworkers, fast-paced and challenging environment. Work-life balance depends heavily on the team and its projects, though.Cons: If you're not someone who can take initiative on their own or become self-sufficient, it's very possible to fall behind.
- 3.0Good pay and coworkers, but poor work-life balanceSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeSeattle, WAMarch 31, 2026Pros: Pay, brand reputation. Smart, nice, and hardworking coworkers.Cons: Work life balance is terrible and high-pressure.
- 4.0Good pay, but less exciting work and long hoursStaff Software Engineer • Former EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesJune 3, 2025Pros: Salary is pretty good with the stacked performance grant (~800k USD total). Very smart coworkers. Work can be exciting when it aligns with the company's mission.Cons: The majority of work is less exciting and can be KTLO-related. There are lots of debates and a lack of actions. The intensity in performance calibrations is increasing. Lots of SWE jobs are being offshored to the EU, as the company features being duo-HQ.
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