Meta Design Researcher (Mid-Level) Interview Preparation Guide
Design Researcher
Meta
Mid Level
7 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Meta's interview process for Design Researchers typically spans 4-6 weeks and consists of a recruiter screening, two phone-based technical rounds focused on research methodology and portfolio review, and four to five onsite rounds covering research execution, insights communication, behavioral assessment, and cross-functional collaboration. The process emphasizes demonstrating end-to-end research capabilities, user empathy, analytical rigor, and the ability to drive product impact through research insights.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min3 focus topicsbehavioral
2
Phone Screen 1: Research Methodology and Case Study
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Phone Screen 2: Portfolio Review and Research Impact
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
4
Onsite Round 1: User Research Deep Dive
75 min5 focus topicstechnical
5
Onsite Round 2: Research Design and Execution
75 min5 focus topicscase study
6
Onsite Round 3: Research Insights, Impact, and Product Thinking
60 min5 focus topicscase study
7
Onsite Round 4: Behavioral and Culture Fit
45 min5 focus topicsbehavioral