Senior Software Engineer Interview Experience - Boston, Massachusetts
Process
They did not receive my resume, even though it was on Hired.com (that's how they found me). Consequently, they printed out my LinkedIn profile.
I "nailed" most of the questions. For the one I didn't perform well on, it only takes about two weeks to review and know SQL at most.
For the other questions, the negative feedback included that I solved a problem in a way different from how they solve it, and it took me too long.
Regarding the latter point, they provided me with a keyboard I was not accustomed to and apologized for using it during the interview. Apparently, they forgot to mention this in their feedback, so I am mentioning it in mine.
I did not receive the offer, but on Hired.com, the company was willing to pay a $160,000 salary in Boston.
Questions
Print matrix multiplication table with good formatting.
Actors/movies SQL table.
Bit.ly example.
Design a car parking lot.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 26 interview experiences for the Wayfair Senior Software Engineer role in Boston, Massachusetts.
Success Rate
Wayfair's interview process for their Senior Software Engineer roles in Boston, Massachusetts is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having negative feelings for Wayfair's Senior Software Engineer interview process in Boston, Massachusetts.
Wayfair Work Experiences
- 4.0Mostly a good experienceSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeBoston, Massachusetts, United StatesSeptember 22, 2022Pros: Fun, easy-going workplace. Not a lot of micromanaging. CEO Steve is incredibly respectable.Cons: High turnover. Very unstable stock value.
- 2.0The company is not doing wellSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeBoston, Massachusetts, United StatesJanuary 7, 2024Pros: Location: Across from Back Bay Station, easy for commute.Cons: Revenue is going down year over year, and they are having difficulties repaying their debt. So, they are moving most of the jobs to India and downsizing in Boston to save money. Silent layoffs are happening every week. Perks are going away, including the snacks in the kitchen. The stock used to be $350; now it often comes down to the $35-$45 range, a 90% loss from the top.
- 4.0Great people and good company fundamentals, but a declining cultureSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeBoston, Massachusetts, United StatesFebruary 6, 2024Pros: - Amazing people to work with. - Great work-life balance. - Good compensation.Cons: - Culture is going downhill. Unless Wayfair does something about it, it would not be sustainable. - Too many RIFs in the last 2 years make us wonder about the business.
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