Process
Recruiter screen, followed by a telephonic interview, then four rounds of interviews.
Two are coding interviews, one system design, and another is behavioral with the manager. Make sure that you are able to run your code.
Questions
A random question was posed that the interviewee themselves was unsure about (confused between languages).
Another question was related to implementing an API.
I cannot disclose further details due to an NDA.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 9 interview experiences for the Verkada Senior Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
Verkada's interview process for their Senior Software Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for Verkada's Senior Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Verkada Work Experiences
- 4.0Learn A Lot, Busy WorkSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Mateo, California, United StatesMay 1, 2024Pros: You can learn a lot and do what you want.Cons: Busy night, emails waiting for RSUs to become money.
- 1.0Would not recommend VerkadaSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Mateo, California, United StatesJuly 17, 2025Pros: The office is very nice, and lunch is included. Otherwise, not many positives.Cons: Where to start? A toxic work environment, driven from the top down. No work-life balance. Poor communication about what is expected of the team. The sales team we work with hates their jobs even more than we do.
- 2.0Mediocre company with questionable practicesSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Mateo, California, United StatesDecember 3, 2024Pros: Good work-life balance for engineers.Cons: This company makes expensive cameras, costing over $1,000. You can buy them at a much lower price. The company does not value excellent engineering practices.
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