The interview process for a Software Development Engineer (SDE) role typically begins with resume screening, where a recruiter or hiring manager reviews the candidate’s technical background, programming skills, and relevant project experience. If the candidate meets the initial criteria, they are invited to a recruiter phone screen lasting around 30 minutes. This conversation focuses on understanding the candidate’s interest in the role, salary expectations, availability, and overall fit with the company. Candidates who pass the phone screen move on to a technical assessment, which usually involves a 45–60 minute online coding session. This may be conducted using platforms like HackerRank, CoderPad, or a shared IDE, and focuses on evaluating data structures, algorithms, problem-solving ability, and code quality. Successful candidates are then invited to a virtual onsite or final round, which typically consists of 2 to 4 interviews over approximately three hours. These rounds include a deep dive into coding challenges, a system design interview (for mid- to senior-level roles), a behavioral interview to assess communication and teamwork, and sometimes a technical deep dive into the candidate’s past work or projects. Finally, if the candidate performs well across all stages, the company may conduct reference checks before extending an offer. This structured but focused process ensures a well-rounded evaluation of both technical ability and team compatibility.