Amazon Staff UI Designer - Comprehensive Interview Preparation Guide
UI Designer
Amazon
Staff
6 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Amazon's Staff UI Designer interview process evaluates design expertise, system-level thinking, cross-functional leadership, and alignment with Amazon's 16 Leadership Principles. The process combines technical design assessments, design system and scalability discussions, behavioral interviews focused on past leadership and influence, and collaboration scenarios. Candidates should be prepared to discuss complex design systems, defend design decisions with data, and demonstrate how they've influenced product direction and mentored junior designers.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min3 focus topicsculture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen - Design Fundamentals and Problem-Solving
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Design System and Scalability Round
60 min4 focus topicssystem design
4
Behavioral and Amazon Leadership Principles Round
60 min6 focus topicsbehavioral
5
Design Leadership and Vision Round
60 min4 focus topicssystem design
6
Hiring Manager Deep Dive - Fit and Impact
45 min4 focus topicsbehavioral