D. E. Shaw & Co. - Investment Firm Systems Engineer Interview Questions
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D. E. Shaw & Co. - Investment Firm
Systems Administrator
Mid Easy Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Presentation Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Case Presentation
I had one round of interviews, then a case study, then some more interviews. They said I was meeting with the hiring manager for the final steps, but then I got a rejection email a week later. So much for their high standards.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you describe any processes you've improved in your current job?
- What's your approach to prioritizing tasks?
- How do you handle challenging customers?
D. E. Shaw & Co. - Investment Firm
Systems Engineer
Entry Difficult Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
It was kinda boring, they didn't give much info about the job itself. Feedback was also not helpful after my questions and the conversation was dry. It was kinda boring, they didn't give much info about the job itself. Feedback was also not helpful after my questions and the conversation was dry.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me a little about yourself?
D. E. Shaw & Co. - Investment Firm
Systems Administrator
Senior Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 6 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite Panel Background check Offer
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
It was a long and challenging interview process with many rounds, including some with senior team members. They asked good, thought-provoking questions, and you should expect to be asked about things you don't know. Everyone was polite and communicated well throughout.
Confirmed questions1 question
- I was asked many questions about foundational technological infrastructure.
D. E. Shaw & Co. - Investment Firm Systems Engineer Interview Questions
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“Regarding digital cameras, what is DCIM?”
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Read report →“What command line would be used for specific tasks?”
Read report →“What is your understanding of networking?”
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