Phone call with recruiter
Then technical interview.
The interview at Citadel Securities went well overall. The questions were challenging but fair, testing both technical skills and problem-solving abilities. I appreciated the focus on real-world scenarios and how the team assessed my approach to complex issues. I felt engaged and excited about the opportunity.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Make a method that finds the max drawdown of the fund
Quite straightforward.
Had the round with HR but got rejected after that.
It was pretty interesting and I could see that they operate with efficiency and really look for the best talent.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Citadel (New York, NY) in Oct 2024
Interview
Had a focused phone interview with a Citadel recruiter discussing my background, interest in markets, problem-solving skills, and fit for the analyst role. Brief but engaging conversation about next steps.