Buffer Software Engineer Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 5 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Buffer.
Buffer
Software Engineer
Senior Average Neutral experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Take home
Interview formats
Technical
I applied three times and each time it was a written challenge that required a lot of writing and research. They wanted to know specific issues with the tool that I would like to work on. Each time I got a rejection or no response after waiting 5-6 weeks.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you identify a specific area within Buffer you're interested in contributing to?
Buffer
Software Engineer
Senior Difficult Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Other
I applied for the role, but I didn't get an interview. The application asked me to upload my resume and answer about 8 short answer/mini essay questions. I spent many hours over three evenings writing answers for the application. This included signing up for and downloading the app so I could provide free feedback for them, as requested in one of the questions. I got a rejection two days later. I won't waste my time on this type of application again.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you provide specific feedback on our product?
Buffer
Software Engineer
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Technical
I didn't get past the initial stage. I answered some questions and sent in my CV. They sent an automated email saying they'd be in touch, but I only found out two weeks later by checking their jobs page that they had filled the role. I never heard back, not even an automated rejection, which was disappointing.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What features of the site would you be keen to improve?
Buffer Software Engineer Interview Questions
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