Staff-Level QA Engineer Interview Preparation Guide - FAANG Standards
QA Engineer
Staff
7 rounds
Updated 11/23/2025
This guide is based on general FAANG interview practices and may not reflect specific company procedures.
The Staff-level QA Engineer interview process at FAANG companies typically consists of 7 rounds designed to assess technical depth, testing strategy expertise, quality leadership, system design thinking, and cultural alignment. The process emphasizes advanced test automation architecture, testing strategy at scale, quality metrics and standards, mentorship capabilities, and strategic thinking. Candidates are evaluated on individual technical excellence, ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, influence on quality standards across teams, and embodiment of company leadership principles.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screen
30 min4 focus topicsculture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen
45 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Technical On-site Round 1 - Advanced Test Automation & Infrastructure
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
4
Technical On-site Round 2 - Testing Strategy & Quality Systems Design
75 min5 focus topicssystem design
5
Technical On-site Round 3 - Domain Expertise & Technical Leadership
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
6
Behavioral Interview - Leadership & Culture Fit
60 min6 focus topicsbehavioral
7
Bar Raiser / Hiring Manager Round
60 min4 focus topicstechnical
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