Spotify Staff SDET Interview Preparation Guide
Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
Spotify
Staff
6 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Spotify's staff-level SDET interviews typically follow a multi-stage process including recruiter screening, technical phone screens, and a full onsite loop. Expect to demonstrate advanced software engineering skills with testing expertise, system design capabilities for testing infrastructure, coding proficiency, and leadership qualities expected at staff level. The evaluation emphasizes your ability to design scalable testing solutions, architect testing frameworks, and mentor other engineers.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
45 min4 focus topicsculture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen
60 min4 focus topicstechnical
3
Test Architecture and Automation Framework Design Interview
60 min6 focus topicssystem design
4
Coding Interview - Testing Tools and Automation
60 min4 focus topicstechnical
5
Behavioral and Leadership Interview
45 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
6
Technical Depth and Domain Expertise Interview
60 min5 focus topicstechnical