Google Data Engineer Interview Preparation Guide - Junior Level (1-2 Years)
Data Engineer
Google
Junior
7 rounds
Updated 11/22/2025
Google's Data Engineer interview process for junior-level candidates consists of an initial recruiter screening followed by two technical phone screens and four onsite interviews. The process evaluates technical proficiency in SQL and coding, understanding of big data technologies and distributed systems, data architecture and modeling capabilities, system design thinking, and cultural fit. The entire process typically spans 4-6 weeks from initial contact to offer decision.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min4 focus topicsculture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen 1: SQL & Coding Fundamentals
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Technical Phone Screen 2: Big Data Systems & ETL Design
60 min6 focus topicstechnical
4
Onsite Round 1: Data Modeling & Schema Design
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
5
Onsite Round 2: SQL Analytics & Advanced Queries
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
6
Onsite Round 3: System Design - Data Architecture & Pipeline Design
60 min6 focus topicssystem design
7
Onsite Round 4: Behavioral & Culture Fit
45 min6 focus topicsbehavioral
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