Atlassian Interview Experience | Interview Experience | SDE-2 backend | Reject
Summary
I interviewed for an SDE-2 Backend Engineer role at Atlassian, successfully navigating six rounds from screening to values, including system design, DSA, code design, and behavioral interviews. Despite positive individual round verdicts, my candidacy was ultimately rejected by the hiring committee.
Full Experience
I recently interviewed for an SDE-2 Backend Engineer position at Atlassian. The process involved six distinct rounds, starting with a Karat screening.
Round 1: Karat Screening
This round included 5 system design questions and 2 DSA questions. I managed to solve one of the DSA questions completely. The verdict for this round was 'Hire'.
Round 2: Code Design
The focus of this round was on code design, where I was tasked with designing the classic Snake Game. I received a 'Strong hire' verdict for my approach.
Round 3: DSA
This round delved into Data Structures and Algorithms, with a specific problem on 'Stock Price Fluctuation'. I performed well and secured a 'Strong hire'.
Round 4: System Design
I faced a standard tag design problem in this system design round, for which I received a 'Hire' verdict.
Round 5: Behavioral
This round focused on standard leadership questions, and I was given a 'Hire' verdict.
Round 6: Values
The final interview round was based on Atlassian's five core values, concluding with a 'Hire' verdict.
Despite clearing all individual rounds with positive feedback, the hiring committee ultimately decided to reject my application.
Interview Questions (2)
I was asked to design the classic Snake Game during the code design round.
In the DSA round, I was given a problem related to stock price fluctuation.