Zalando Software Engineer Interview Experience: Mismatch on level and pay

The process soured quickly. I went through complex rounds and was rejected for a mid-level role. To me, the expectations did not match what had been communicated: they seemed to want more experience while offering less pay. The interviewer interactions felt rude and unfriendly, which made it hard to stay motivated. I left upset, with the sense that the company was not acting in good faith about f…

Shared by a candidate · reported Jul 2026. Interview formats change; use it as a guide, not a script.