Senior Data Analyst Interview Preparation Guide - FAANG Standards
Data Analyst
Senior
7 rounds
Updated 11/23/2025
This guide is based on general FAANG interview practices and may not reflect specific company procedures.
The Senior Data Analyst interview process typically consists of 6-7 comprehensive rounds designed to assess technical proficiency in SQL and statistics, product analytics thinking, communication abilities, leadership potential, and cultural fit. At the senior level, interviews emphasize your ability to own complex analyses independently, mentor junior team members, define business metrics, and translate technical insights into strategic recommendations. The process is structured to move from foundational technical skills through advanced problem-solving to leadership and cross-functional collaboration assessment.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min4 focus topicsculture fit
2
SQL Technical Assessment - Phone Screen
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Advanced Statistics and Experimentation Round
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
4
Product Analytics and Case Study Round
75 min5 focus topicscase study
5
Dashboard and Reporting Systems Design
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
6
Behavioral and Leadership Interview
60 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
7
Hiring Manager Round
60 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
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