SDE1, 2 or 3? I have about 3 years of experience in coding. I am afraid to fail the SDE2 interview, not gonna lie. Just moved to US from europe, language barrier makes it harder for me to express myself correctly, therefore my concerns. Should I apply for SDE1 hoping the interview is easier? Is that even a thing/possible? Im kinda lost, what do you guys think? I am okay with making 30k less in the beginning as I can hopefully move up once im in.
Amazon will probably down level you. They do that to many candidates. So rather start with a higher level.
Did you experience that?
Yes
You are too soft. You'll get sde1 no matter what you apply
Your right that’s exactly what I thought 3 mins after posting this 😂 brain is already in sleep mode, did LC all day
Keep LCing
With immigration suspended, I think you have a solid chance of getting an SDE3 offer. Keep us posted.
Keep dreaming
Heard of sarcasm?
Apply 2 and get 1 or apply 1 and make your interview easy.
😂 so let’s say I’m applying for SDE2 and make a decent interview (not the best, couple mistakes), chances are high they’d offer me SDE1? Just trying to get this straight
If you score average, share panel is on fence, that you get rejected in 2, next step they do is consider you for 1. Looking at your experience they will give you 1. However if you go for 1, interview panel will asses you more easily, the expectation from 1 is lower compared to 2. Also, if you go for 1 and aced it, Amzn will never give you 2, FYI.
Go for 2
Try your best for a higher position. Settle for something lower if you just want to get in. (I'm not in Amazon but I think this is a common rule.) Don't worry about the language barrier. Be confident & take your time to express yourself. You will get better. DM me if you want to talk more. All the best.
I appreciate you man. Thanks!