Scale Software Engineer interview experience

Overall, it came across as genuinely positive. The team I met seemed talented, and the environment felt collaborative rather than hostile.

The practical part matched the “do something” vibe, while the behavioral section was there to understand how I worked and communicated beyond just coding. What stood out most was the support around the process. The person coordinating things was extremely helpful and responsive, and I received detailed, honest feedback about what I should focus on for the future.

Even though I didn’t get an offer, the experience didn’t leave me bitter. It felt like a