Engineering Director Interview Preparation Guide - Entry Level (First-Time Director)
Engineering Director
entry
7 rounds
Updated 11/23/2025
This guide is based on general FAANG interview practices and may not reflect specific company procedures.
Engineering Director interviews at FAANG companies typically span 4-8 weeks and include 6-8 interview rounds designed to assess technical depth, leadership capability, system design thinking, project execution skills, cross-functional collaboration, and alignment with company culture. The process evaluates whether candidates can lead engineering teams, manage complex technical initiatives, balance technical excellence with delivery, and contribute to organizational strategy.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening Call
30 min3 focus topicsculture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen
60 min3 focus topicstechnical
3
System Design and Technical Strategy Round
75 min3 focus topicssystem design
4
Engineering Leadership and Team Management Round
60 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
5
Technical Initiative and Project Delivery Round
60 min4 focus topicscase study
6
Strategic Thinking and Business Alignment Round
60 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
7
Hiring Manager or Director Conversation
90 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
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