Initial Screening (5-15 minutes):
Conducted via phone or video call.
Recruiter or hiring manager asks key questions to confirm qualifications, availability, and interest in the role.
Focused Interview (15-30 minutes):
A single round of questions by the hiring manager or small panel.
Questions center on the candidate's experience, role-specific skills, and alignment with the company culture.
Skills Assessment or Work Sample (optional, 15-30 minutes):
Candidate completes a task or discusses previous work to demonstrate expertise.
May be skipped for less technical or entry-level roles.
