FAANG Software Engineer Interview Preparation Guide - Junior Level (1-2 Years)
Software Engineer
Junior
5 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 a comprehensive multi-round interview process for Junior Level Software Engineers. The process evaluates fundamental coding proficiency, problem-solving ability, basic system thinking, collaboration skills, and cultural fit. For junior candidates, the focus is on demonstrating solid fundamentals, learning ability, and potential to grow within the organization, rather than deep expertise or leadership capabilities.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Phone Screen
25 min5 focus topicsculture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen - Coding
55 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
On-site/Virtual Technical Interview Round 1 - Coding
55 min5 focus topicstechnical
4
On-site/Virtual Technical Interview Round 2 - System Design Fundamentals and Coding
55 min5 focus topicstechnical
5
Behavioral and Cultural Fit Interview
40 min6 focus topicsbehavioral
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