Apple Systems Engineer (Junior Level) Interview Preparation Guide
Systems Engineer
Apple
Junior
8 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Apple's Systems Engineer interview process for junior-level candidates consists of an initial recruiter screening, followed by technical phone screens to assess coding and systems fundamentals, and onsite interview rounds evaluating technical depth, system design thinking, troubleshooting ability, and cultural alignment. The process emphasizes practical problem-solving, infrastructure knowledge, and the ability to work collaboratively on complex technical systems.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
45 min4 focus topicsculture fit|behavioral
2
Technical Phone Screen 1: Systems Fundamentals
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Technical Phone Screen 2: Infrastructure and Troubleshooting
60 min5 focus topicstechnical|system design
4
Onsite Round 1: Systems Design
75 min5 focus topicssystem design
5
Onsite Round 2: Technical Deep Dive and Problem Solving
75 min5 focus topicstechnical
6
Onsite Round 3: Behavioral and Team Collaboration
60 min5 focus topicsbehavioral|culture fit
7
Onsite Round 4: Technical Systems Specialist
75 min5 focus topicstechnical
8
Onsite Round 5: Final Conversations with Stakeholders
45 min4 focus topicsbehavioral|culture fit