Software Engineer (Web Developer) Interview Experience - San Francisco, California
Process
The process began with an initial phone screen with the recruiter. After asking for some basic information, she provided a link to an online coding challenge. The challenge was easy but covered many aspects of computer science, including Linux, algorithms, and HTTP knowledge.
Next, I was scheduled for a 45-minute interview with an engineer via Skype. This included a discussion of my background, based on my resume, which felt like common chatting. Afterward, I wrote code in an online editor. The coding question was very basic, and I was asked to use JavaScript.
Subsequently, I had two back-to-back 45-minute Skype interviews with an engineer and a manager from the Yelp Consumer team. This process was similar to the first Skype interview, except the coding questions were more challenging. I could choose any language, and I opted for JavaScript again.
Overall, my experience was very positive. The recruiter was highly responsive.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 2 interview experiences for the Yelp Software Engineer (Web Developer) role in San Francisco, California.
Success Rate
Yelp's interview process for their Software Engineer (Web Developer) roles in San Francisco, California is incredibly easy as the vast majority of engineers get an offer after going through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Yelp's Software Engineer (Web Developer) interview process in San Francisco, California.
Yelp Work Experiences
- 4.0Fun Culture, Easy TasksSoftware Engineer (Web Developer) • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesAugust 27, 2014Pros: This was an exciting experience. The training was quality, and the job had a very social environment. The upper-level management does its best to boost morale and keep its employees happy by providing food and a unique culture.Cons: I didn't experience too many challenges.
- 1.0Worst experience ever at a tech company. Shady business planJunior Software Engineer • Former EmployeeSan Francisco, California, United StatesDecember 24, 2014Pros: A morally bankrupting type of environment.Cons: Never in my years have I seen such blatant disregard for the truth. The "algorithm" is flawed and hurting small businesses nationwide. I was told to hush up about "the little people" and that the "algorithm" was not to be changed. You will be asked to fight "flagged reviews" in order to leave them on people's accounts, regardless of truth. I have never seen a business refuse to remove information that is being asked to be removed, either via email or lawsuit. What Yelp stands for is what's wrong in the world. I'm sorry, but a review from years ago should not be relevant, and the fact they can't upgrade the "algorithm" is BS. I programmed a solution to remove bad reviews after 1 year, and was promptly fired. (Don't go above and beyond at this job, clearly.) Fun fact: Yelp in fact DOES charge to remove bad reviews, via cold calling from their sales staff. Shady. Shady. Shady. I feel dirty working for such an irresponsible company who blatantly disregards requests from struggling business owners.
- 4.0Freebies Mask Aggressive ManagementSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Francisco, California, United StatesMarch 13, 2013Pros: Free lunches and drinks, partyCons: Aggressive management, no product focus.
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