Phonepe Software Engineer interview experience

The process itself made it clear there would be strong evaluation, but what stood out more than the content was how the problem-solving and system-design conversations were run.

During those rounds, the interviewer tone felt harsh and discourteous. Even though I understood that the goal was to stress-test my reasoning, the communication felt unprofessional and lacking basic etiquette. That mismatch—between a rigorous interview and an abrasive interaction—left a negative impression that lingered beyond the actual questions. Ultimately, I didn’t get an offer, and what I remembered most was how