Software Development Engineer Interview Experience - Los Angeles, California
Process
Had 4 rounds with different people in the team. Nothing very tough and mostly an easy LC question followed by basic testing and behavior questions.
It has been three weeks but there was no communication after the interview and recruiter keeps saying that we are waiting for the result. Looks like the team sits in Pluto so there is a communication delay.
Questions
I signed an NDA so I can’t disclose them.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Upstart Software Development Engineer role in Los Angeles, California.
Success Rate
Upstart's interview process for their Software Development Engineer roles in Los Angeles, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Upstart's Software Development Engineer interview process in Los Angeles, California.
Upstart Work Experiences
- 5.0A relaxed and supportive cultureSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeColumbus, OhioFebruary 4, 2023Pros: The company’s culture is very relaxed, encouraging good work-life balance and emphasizing vacation time off.Cons: Remote work is heavily promoted. I’m sure this is great for a lot of employees, but for me it means I don’t leave my house during the work weeks.
- 2.0Learning opportunities overshadowed by poor team culturePrincipal Software Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New YorkMay 27, 2026Pros: New system, lots of financial systems learningCons: Lack culture, team bonding and leadership
- 4.0Solid but with growing painsSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeColumbus, OhioNovember 29, 2025Pros: Good autonomy. Culture can be good but is very team dependent. Has some really smart and dedicated people. Pay is quite good but expectations for engineers are really high.Cons: Frequent reorgs. Generally most people are pretty competent but somehow we let people slip through who are insanely bad at their job. Some VPs can be extremely toxic but engineers are mostly insulated from them.
