Apple Staff Network Engineer Interview Preparation Guide

Apple's interview process for Staff-level Network Engineers typically consists of a recruiter screening round, followed by 1-2 technical phone screens, and a comprehensive onsite loop (5-7 rounds). The process evaluates deep networking expertise, system design and architecture thinking, hands-on technical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and cultural alignment. Staff-level candidates are expected to demonstrate mastery in network engineering, ability to influence technical direction across teams, and track record of owning significant infrastructure initiatives.