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Digital Ocean Software Engineer Interview Experience

Digital Ocean · Entry level

ResultGot the offer ✓
Timespan4 weeks
DifficultyEasy
Rounds3

Interview process

Back when it was team based interview, the fit matters more, what went well is my interest in specific technical things that showed my potential of growth as IC1.

Interview rounds · 3

  1. 1

    Recruiter screen

    1. Q1. Talk me through your work experience in the past year.
  2. 2

    Phone screen

    Behavioral
    1. Q1. What are you passionate about?
  3. 3

    Technical round

    Coding
    1. Q1. leetcode medium

Tips from the candidate

Study leetcode + ai coding (updated). Don't be afraid of showing your interest and fit for specific teams if going through the hiring process.

Company culture

Both engineers and managers cared about my growth and fit, willingness to take extra time to answer my questions post interview loop.

Details

CompanyDigital Ocean
RoleSoftware Engineer
LevelEntry level
LocationUnited States
InterviewedAug 2025
Questions asked3