Senior Solutions Architect Interview Preparation Guide - FAANG Standards
Solutions Architect
Senior
7 rounds
Updated 11/23/2025
This guide is based on general FAANG interview practices and may not reflect specific company procedures.
The Solutions Architect interview process at FAANG companies typically consists of 6-7 interview rounds designed to assess technical depth, architectural thinking, business acumen, leadership capabilities, and cultural fit. For a Senior-level Solutions Architect, interviews emphasize complex system design, stakeholder management, business impact, and the ability to mentor and influence others. The process evaluates both technical expertise and soft skills critical for working with clients and cross-functional teams.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
45 min3 focus topicsbehavioral
2
Technical Phone Screen - Architecture Fundamentals
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Complex System Architecture Design Interview
75 min5 focus topicssystem design
4
Enterprise-Scale Architecture Challenge Interview
75 min5 focus topicssystem design
5
Client Requirements and Sales Enablement Scenario Interview
60 min5 focus topicscase study
6
Leadership and Behavioral Interview
60 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
7
Hiring Manager and Team Fit Interview
45 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
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