Application & Screening
Resume review: Recruiters check if your background matches the job requirements.
Phone/email screening: A quick call or email exchange to confirm basics like skills, salary expectations, and availability.
2. Initial Interview
Usually with a recruiter or HR representative.
Covers your experience, career goals, and why you’re interested in the role.
3. Technical/Skill Assessment
For technical roles: Coding challenges, case studies, whiteboard problems, or take-home assignments.
For non-technical roles: Role-specific tests like writing samples, presentations, or scenario-based questions.
4. Team or Hiring Manager Interviews
Deeper dive into your work history, problem-solving approach, and role-specific expertise.
Often behavioral questions using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
5. Final Round / Panel Interview
You may meet multiple stakeholders at once or in separate sessions.
Tests cultural fit, cross-functional collaboration, and long-term potential.