Oleria Securities

Role: Software Engineer (Implied)

College: Not Specified

Interview Date: 2025-11-01

Interview Type: Full-Time, Off-Campus (Initial rounds virtual, followed by onsite loop)

Result: Rejected

Difficulty: Medium (for DSA questions, but overall process perceived negatively)

Rounds: 3+ rounds

Topics Asked: Data Structures & Algorithms, Projects Discussion, Basic Tech Concepts (Locks, Algorithms)

Experience:

The candidate reported a largely negative interview experience with Oleria Securities, citing multiple red flags throughout the process. The HR department was reportedly on leave, with the Head of India (HOI) managing all recruitment duties, including candidate contact and monitoring Glassdoor reviews.

The interview process began with a virtual DSA round where two medium-difficulty questions were asked. This was followed by an onsite loop, during which two easy DSA questions were posed, including one on "count number of island". The candidate noted that the interviewers themselves seemed to lack knowledge regarding the time complexities of basic data structures.

A subsequent CTO round involved discussing past projects. The candidate observed that the CTO, despite a background as a Principal Engineer at Microsoft, appeared to lack fundamental knowledge in areas like locks and algorithms, though the candidate managed to explain their project effectively.

During a coffee meeting with the HOI after the interview, the candidate learned about a high attrition rate within the company, with instances of employees being "pipped" (performance improvement plan leading to termination) within one month. The HOI justified this by claiming the company was an "MNC" and that it wouldn't happen again, while also stating they were trying to double the company size. The office space appeared notably small for such growth aspirations. A compensation of 50 LPA CTC was mentioned, which the candidate found unbelievable given the interview's perceived level. The candidate was even given a joining gift (a bottle) before the CTO discussion, which seemed premature.

Ultimately, the candidate was rejected, with the reason given that their projects did not align with the company's requirements.