Software Development Engineer (SDE) applicants have rated the interview process at Amazon with 3.7 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 63.4% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Software Development Engineer (SDE) roles take an average of 49 days to get hired, when considering 9 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Amazon overall takes an average of 38 days.
Common stages of the interview process at Amazon as a Software Development Engineer (SDE) according to 9 Glassdoor interviews include:
Skills test: 33%
Phone interview: 27%
Personality test: 20%
Background check: 7%
One on one interview: 7%
Presentation: 7%
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I applied online. I interviewed at Amazon (New York, NY) in Mar 2023
Interview
Application and Resume Review: The process usually begins with submitting an application and resume. HR or hiring managers review the applications to shortlist candidates based on their qualifications and experience. Phone/Screening Interview: Shortlisted candidates often undergo a phone or screening interview. This initial interview is typically conducted by HR or a recruiter to assess the candidate's suitability for the role, discuss their background, and verify basic qualifications. In-person/Video Interview: Candidates who pass the screening interview are invited for an in-person or video interview with the hiring manager or a panel of interviewers. This interview delves deeper into the candidate's skills, experiences, and suitability for the role. It may include behavioral questions, technical questions, and situational scenarios.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about yourself. What interests you in this role/company? Describe your previous work experience and how it aligns with this position. How do you handle challenges or difficult situations at work? What are your strengths and weaknesses? How do you work in a team environment? Tell me about a time you had to meet a tight deadline. How do you prioritize tasks and manage your time effectively? Describe a situation where you showed leadership skills. How do you handle constructive criticism? It's essential to prepare for the interview by researching the company, understanding the job requirements, and practicing your responses to common questions. Additionally, you should be ready to ask questions about the company and role to demonstrate your interest and engagement.
The loop consists of 4–5 back-to-back interviews, each lasting 45–60 minutes. Your panel will typically include your potential hiring manager, 1–2 team members, a senior leader, and the Bar Raiser. Every interviewer is assigned 2–3 specific Leadership Principles to evaluate. Together, the panel covers all 16 principles across the loop.
Interview mainly consisted of DSA and questions on Leadership Principles.
Also slightly emphasizing on Low level design.Interview sort of helped me with the approach and asked me to explain the time and space complexity
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at Amazon
Interview
The interview process started with an initial recruiter screening, followed by technical interview rounds. The technical interviews focused on data structures, algorithms, problem-solving, and discussing my approach clearly. The interviewers also asked behavioral questions related to teamwork, challenges, and past projects. Overall, the process was structured and professional.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Given a binary tree, how would you find the lowest common ancestor of two nodes if each node also has a parent pointer?