Recruiter call, then a C++-specific interview where I was asked about class constructors and move semantics, then a coding interview. I was told by the recruiter that all interviews would be in C++ so that was fine... except the coding interview required the use of an obscure C function (not C++, C), which I didn't know so naturally they passed on me. Left a bad taste in my mouth, the interview seemed more like they were testing if I knew that specific function instead of my actual coding abilities. Sad, it seems like a good place to work, but I'm hesitant to go through that again.
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Question 1
C++ move semantics, copy/move contructor differences
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Redpanda Data in May 2025
Interview
I started interviewing for a senior role which got filled after 2 interview rounds - 1 with HM and 1 C++ round. Then I was asked if i'd be interested to interview for a Software engineer role. Then I had another C++ round, HM round and a take home assignment using Seastar. The assignment is real fun! Throughout, the interviewers were really nice and spoke as if they were genuinely keen. They said they had another interviewer ahead of me in process and made me hurry with the rounds. After the assignment presentation, had a culture-fit round and then they ghosted me for a week. Then came back and mumbled something that said they chose someone else, citing NO reason. I was fine with the rejection, but wanted feedback. After all, I have engaged with them for nearly 5-6 rounds! You don't need 5 rounds to "ghost" someone as unworthy. Absolute waste of time. Please don't interview with them.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Better know the nuts and bolts of C++, they will ask it all.
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