Amazon Cloud Architect Interview Preparation Guide - Mid Level (2-5 Years)
Cloud Architect
Amazon
Mid Level
6 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Amazon's Cloud Architect interview process for mid-level candidates typically includes an initial recruiter screening call, followed by one phone-based technical interview, and 4-5 onsite interview rounds focusing on architecture design, cloud migration strategy, security architecture, cost optimization, operational excellence, and Amazon Leadership Principles. Expect a total duration of 4-6 weeks from initial contact to final offer decision.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
45 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
2
Technical Phone Screen - Architecture Design
90 min6 focus topicssystem design
3
Onsite Round 1 - Cloud Migration Strategy and Enterprise Architecture
90 min5 focus topicssystem design
4
Onsite Round 2 - Security and Compliance Architecture
75 min5 focus topicstechnical
5
Onsite Round 3 - Operational Excellence and Cost Optimization
75 min5 focus topicstechnical
6
Onsite Round 4 - Behavioral and Amazon Leadership Principles
60 min6 focus topicsbehavioral