Process
A recruiter reached out to me.
I appeared for the Karat interview.
I cleared that round, and then they ghosted me.
Later, I found out from a friend that they went into a hiring freeze.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 55 interview experiences for the Wayfair Senior Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
11%
Pass Rate
Wayfair's interview process for their Senior Software Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive29%
Neutral16%
Negative55%
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for Wayfair's Senior Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Wayfair Work Experiences
3.0
Not worth staying
Senior Software Engineer • Former Employee
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
May 27, 2025
Pros: It used to be a good place to grow. There were a lot of smart colleagues to work with.
Cons: Too many layoffs; C-levels are not making good decisions.
5.0
Great place to be!
Senior Software Engineer • Current Employee
Frederick, Maryland, United States
March 9, 2022
Pros: - Amazing culture; everyone lives the core principles (they aren't just empty words).
- Everyone is really nice and willing to help.
- Heavy emphasis on collaboration, innovation, taking initiative, reducing toil, and making Wayfair a great place to be.
- Managers actively encourage you to use your unlimited PTO without feeling guilty.
Cons: Stock value has gone down quite a bit lately.
4.0
A great place to work
Senior Software Engineer • Current Employee
Berlin, Germany
September 29, 2025
Pros: I worked there for about 7 years, and I can say it's a great place to work. Very good salary and bonuses, and a calm environment.
Cons: As you move higher in your career, there tend to be some political decisions that can affect your growth within the company.
- 3.0Not worth stayingSenior Software Engineer • Former EmployeeBoston, Massachusetts, United StatesMay 27, 2025Pros: It used to be a good place to grow. There were a lot of smart colleagues to work with.Cons: Too many layoffs; C-levels are not making good decisions.
- 5.0Great place to be!Senior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeFrederick, Maryland, United StatesMarch 9, 2022Pros: - Amazing culture; everyone lives the core principles (they aren't just empty words). - Everyone is really nice and willing to help. - Heavy emphasis on collaboration, innovation, taking initiative, reducing toil, and making Wayfair a great place to be. - Managers actively encourage you to use your unlimited PTO without feeling guilty.Cons: Stock value has gone down quite a bit lately.
- 4.0A great place to workSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeBerlin, GermanySeptember 29, 2025Pros: I worked there for about 7 years, and I can say it's a great place to work. Very good salary and bonuses, and a calm environment.Cons: As you move higher in your career, there tend to be some political decisions that can affect your growth within the company.
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