Elsevier·Software Engineer

Elsevier Software Engineer interview experience

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Philadelphia, PAPosted Oct 2018 · Candidate report, summarized by Dataford

My interview experience dragged on for hours in a way that surprised me, but at least it was substantive.

It was about a 3.5-hour ordeal that combined conversation with a live programming test. The manager who interviewed me came across as informative and someone I could imagine working with, and I liked his tone.

During the test, I met an engineer with a great personality and a lot of knowledge, and the whole interaction felt supportive rather than hostile. I was able to work through the exercise while talking, and the energy from that side made the time feel more productive.

What stood out most—maybe more than the technical part—was how the hiring manager handled comparisons with other

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