Aurora Innovation Software Engineer interview experience

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United StatesPosted Nov 2024 · Candidate report, summarized by Dataford

My process followed a fairly standard pattern: it began with a phone screen, then an interview with a manager, and finally a panel with multiple interviewers.

From the start, I felt the interviews were challenging in a positive way—people were engaged and asked tough questions that actually felt tied to what the role would require day to day.

Across the conversations, the interviewers didn’t feel random or disconnected. The questions were practical and role-relevant rather than theoretical tangents, and the atmosphere made it easier to stay focused. I also remember feeling like the process had strong support from the recruiter, which helped me stay grounded through the different stages.

I didn’t end up getting an offer, but I genuinely respected

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