Cloud Architect Interview Preparation Guide - Entry Level (FAANG Standards)
Cloud Architect
entry
7 rounds
Updated 11/23/2025
This guide is based on general FAANG interview practices and may not reflect specific company procedures.
The entry-level Cloud Architect interview at FAANG companies follows a comprehensive 7-round process designed to assess foundational cloud knowledge, architectural thinking, practical problem-solving ability, and cultural fit. Rounds progress from recruiter screening through technical fundamentals, hands-on architecture design, and behavioral assessment. The process evaluates your understanding of cloud services, ability to design scalable solutions, knowledge of AWS/Azure/GCP platforms, and fit with company culture and engineering principles.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min6 focus topicsbehavioral
2
Technical Phone Screen
60 min6 focus topicstechnical
3
Technical Deep Dive - Cloud Services Assessment
60 min6 focus topicstechnical
4
Architecture and System Design Round
75 min6 focus topicssystem design
5
Real-World Case Study and Scenario Analysis
75 min6 focus topicscase study
6
Behavioral and Leadership Principles Round
45 min6 focus topicsbehavioral
7
Hiring Manager Round
45 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
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