Junior Game Developer Interview Preparation Guide - FAANG Standards
Game Developer
Junior
6 rounds
Updated 11/23/2025
This guide is based on general FAANG interview practices and may not reflect specific company procedures.
FAANG companies typically conduct 6 interview rounds for junior game developer positions, focusing on foundational technical skills, problem-solving ability, game development domain knowledge, and cultural fit. The process emphasizes hands-on coding ability, understanding of game engines and programming concepts, collaboration skills, and the candidate's growth potential. For junior-level roles, companies prioritize learning agility and the ability to work independently on smaller features while receiving mentorship.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
2
Technical Interview Round 1 - Game Development Fundamentals
60 min6 focus topicstechnical
3
Technical Interview Round 2 - Coding Challenge and Problem-Solving
75 min5 focus topicstechnical
4
Technical Interview Round 3 - Game Systems Design
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
5
Behavioral Interview
45 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
6
Hiring Manager Interview
45 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
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