Overview :
Initial Interaction with HR with brief of the process involved
1. Logical reasoning test(Logic test of images(4 images) and predicting which image comes next(what is the fifth image) (multiple choice))
2. Take-home coding assignment
3. System design interview
4. Coding challenge/pair programming interview(Algorithm)
5. Culture fit/behavioural interview
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The flow was as follows : 1] Two different tests, a] Logic test of images(4 images) and predicting which image comes next(what is the fifth image) (multiple choice) b] Javascript coding test comprised of three questions (plenty of time as it is a take home test)
2] Two interviews in second round, a] (Tech skills interview) Live coding algorithmic exercise of a problem in javascript (45 min) b] Attitude interview (30 mins)
3] Final interview comprising three rounds as below: a] 15 mins logic test (same test as stage 1 (a) where you have to guess which image pattern comes next after seeing series of pattern as a part of multiple choice questions) b] 30 minutes discussion with "Senior Engineering Manager" c] 90 minute architecture interview, involves building a system prototype.the flow of the interview depends highly on clarifications/inputs from the interviewer.
Colloquio conoscitivo, Colloquio di problema solving Colloquio tecnico Ogni colloquio è stato accompagnato da un colloquio di feedback con il recruiter per capire se ero anche da parte mia c'era ancora interesse a proseguire
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
disegna un architettura a microservizi per una specifica richiesta funzionale
it consisted of 3 parts, HR, technical, behavioural. The technical part was a leetcode hard problem but they did not expect a hard solution. The behavioural was related to leadership principles similar to most companies.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Klarna (Paris) in Oct 2025
Interview
I had a second experience with Klarna. After the ghosting of last year, Klarna reach out again for a SWE position. The same happened. After the first discussion, I have been told again to book a slot for the second round. And then... no news from anyone.
Second ghosting. Klarna has a terrible HR process and policy.
I feel like I dodge a bullet here. The work environment might be pretty toxic if it is aligned with the HR practices.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
questions about your past experience, and what are your expectations