Google | Software Engineer | Interview Experience
Interview Date: January 2026
Result: Not specified
Difficulty: Not specified
Interview Process
The interview lasted approximately 13 minutes. It started with some behavioral questions regarding my past projects, followed by a coding challenge. The coding challenge involved a problem related to algorithms and data structures. I was asked to write code in an online code editor while discussing my approach. Overall, the experience was quite intense but rewarding, as the interviewer was very friendly and encouraged me throughout the process. After completing the challenge, we discussed the solution in detail, and he provided feedback on my approach and logic.
Technical Questions
- Robot Grid Distance Challenge (Dynamic Programming, Grid)
- Tree Distance Sum Problem (Tree, DFS)
Tips & Insights
Be prepared to discuss your past projects in detail and practice coding challenges in an online environment. It’s important to communicate your thought process clearly during the coding challenge.