Google (Senior) Software Engineer interview questions
based on 359 ratings - Updated Jun 21, 2026
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(Senior) Software Engineer applicants have rated the interview process at Google with 3.5 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 50% positive. To compare, the company-average is 61% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for (Senior) Software Engineer roles take an average of 60 days to get hired, when considering 2 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Google overall takes an average of 44 days.
Common stages of the interview process at Google as a (Senior) Software Engineer according to 2 Glassdoor interviews include:
Phone interview: 25%
Skills test: 25%
Other: 25%
One on one interview: 25%
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Good company, it started witha phone screen and progressed to online tech interviews. I ultimately backed out pf the process wanting to study more. I hope to give it another go later.
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Question 1
Assuming a binary tree, what's the maximum path sum? The path involved may start and end at any node in the tree.
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The interview was exceptional as the hiring manager asked insightful questions, allowing me to showcase my skills and experiences. Their genuine interest and attentiveness made me feel valued and confident. The conversation flowed smoothly, creating a positive atmosphere, and I left with a strong sense of mutual compatibility and excitement for the opportunity.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
"Can you provide an example of a challenging project or task you've successfully completed, highlighting the skills and strategies you utilized to achieve a positive outcome?" "Tell me about a time when you faced a difficult situation or conflict at work. How did you handle it, and what was the result?" "In your previous roles, what methods or approaches did you employ to ensure effective collaboration and teamwork within your team or with cross-functional departments?"
Easy know your stuff and you’ll be fine, be ready with references and be prepared to do a skills test. Recommend studying company prior to interview, showing then you are interested goes a long way