Solutions Architect (Junior Level) - FAANG-Standard Interview Preparation Guide
Solutions Architect
Junior
6 rounds
Updated 11/23/2025
This guide is based on general FAANG interview practices and may not reflect specific company procedures.
Solutions Architect interviews at FAANG companies for Junior-level candidates typically consist of 6 rounds designed to assess technical foundation, architectural thinking, requirement analysis capabilities, communication skills, alignment with company culture, and collaborative fit. The process focuses on evaluating your ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions, understand trade-offs between different technology options, and work effectively with cross-functional teams including sales, engineering, and clients.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
2
Technical Foundations Phone Screen
50 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Requirements Analysis and Solution Design Round
60 min5 focus topicssystem design
4
Technical Deep Dive: Technology Evaluation and Integration
45 min5 focus topicstechnical
5
Behavioral and Leadership Principles Round
45 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
6
Hiring Manager Interview
45 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
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