Engineering Manager Interview Preparation Guide - Mid-Level (FAANG Standards)
Engineering Manager
Mid Level
7 rounds
Updated 11/23/2025
This guide is based on general FAANG interview practices and may not reflect specific company procedures.
The FAANG interview process for mid-level Engineering Managers typically involves 2 phone screening rounds followed by a full-day on-site interview with 4-5 separate sessions with different interviewers. The process assesses technical depth, system design thinking, people management capabilities, project execution skills, and leadership philosophy. Total process duration is typically 4-6 weeks from initial application to offer decision.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
2
Technical Phone Screen - System Design
60 min6 focus topicstechnical
3
On-site System Design Deep Dive
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
4
On-site Technical Assessment
45 min5 focus topicstechnical
5
On-site People Management & Leadership
60 min6 focus topicsbehavioral
6
On-site Project Management & Execution
60 min6 focus topicsbehavioral
7
Hiring Manager Round
45 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
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