Google Engineering Manager (Entry Level) Interview Preparation Guide
Engineering Manager
Google
entry
6 rounds
Updated 2/17/2026
Google's Engineering Manager interview process for entry-level candidates consists of a recruiter screening phase, followed by a technical phone screen focused on foundational problem-solving and system thinking, and an onsite loop of 4-5 interviews covering technical depth, system design fundamentals, behavioral competencies, people management scenarios, and cultural alignment. The process emphasizes both technical credibility and people leadership capabilities.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
45 min3 focus topicsculture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen
60 min3 focus topicstechnical
3
Onsite: Technical Depth & System Thinking
60 min3 focus topicssystem design
4
Onsite: People Management & Team Leadership
60 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
5
Onsite: Project Execution & Cross-functional Collaboration
60 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
6
Onsite: Google Culture & Leadership Values
60 min4 focus topicsculture fit