Sr. Software Engineer Interview Experience - San Francisco, California
Process
I had an interview with the hiring manager, but it felt like a waste of time.
The interviewer seemed disinterested, even yawning while I was discussing my projects.
The interview ran over by half an hour past the scheduled time.
I learned that they have a large monolithic system using outdated technologies.
Overall, it was disappointing and felt like a waste of time.
Questions
General scripted questions:
Background Projects
Will you continue working with us for many more years if joined, and won't be someone who will leave in 2 years?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Yahoo Sr. Software Engineer role in San Francisco, California.
Success Rate
Yahoo's interview process for their Sr. Software Engineer roles in San Francisco, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for Yahoo's Sr. Software Engineer interview process in San Francisco, California.
Yahoo Work Experiences
- 4.0Great Balance, Stale BureaucracySr. Software Engineer • Current EmployeeSunnyvale, California, United StatesAugust 26, 2025Pros: Good work-life balance, free food.Cons: Too bureaucratic, unwilling to change traditional strategies.
- 5.0Yahoo is a fun place to work.Sr. Software Engineer • Current EmployeeMountain View, California, United StatesJanuary 18, 2025Pros: Work flexibility, good management, and a supportive team.Cons: No stocks or RSUs. This is pretty much the only downside.
- 5.0Caring Company, Great EmploymentSr. Software Engineer • Former EmployeeApril 20, 2024Pros: Always felt like the company was trying to do the right thing for employees.Cons: None with respect to employment.
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