Process
A simple algorithm question was asked. But the interviewer asked it in such a difficult way that I couldn't quite understand the problem and didn't know exactly what he wanted.
I guess the point was to hire someone from his own ethnic background by failing others.
Questions
After I understood what he was asking:
"You are given an array of colors and a string. Each letter must be a different color."
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 39 interview experiences for the Waymo Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
Waymo's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Waymo's Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Waymo Work Experiences
- 4.0Growth But Toxic PoliticsSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeMountain View, California, United StatesJanuary 22, 2024Pros: Good for growth; lots of experienced people to learn from.Cons: Very political. Business prospects are very uncertain, and the company pivots too often. Very tough and hard work with low morale.
- 5.0Amazing Culture, Leadership, WlbSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeMountain View, California, United StatesAugust 1, 2022Pros: Great WLB Great Perks Amazing culture Amazing leadershipCons: None that I can think of
- 5.0A place for self-growthSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeJune 5, 2025Pros: - Cutting-edge projects to do - Very nice folksCons: Very crowded office, not enough place.
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