Meta Machine Learning Engineer Interview Preparation Guide (Junior Level)
Machine Learning Engineer
Meta
Junior
6 rounds
Updated 11/23/2025
Meta's ML Engineer interview process for junior-level candidates consists of a recruiter screening, one technical phone screen, and 4 onsite rounds. The interview assesses technical depth in machine learning fundamentals, coding proficiency, system design thinking, and cultural fit. Each round is approximately 45 minutes. The process focuses on evaluating how candidates approach problem-solving, their understanding of ML systems at scale, and their ability to balance model performance with production constraints. For junior engineers, Meta emphasizes learning potential, collaboration skills, and practical experience in building ML solutions.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min3 focus topicsbehavioral
2
Technical Phone Screen
45 min6 focus topicstechnical
3
Onsite Round 1: Coding Interview
45 min4 focus topicstechnical
4
Onsite Round 2: ML System Design
45 min6 focus topicssystem design
5
Onsite Round 3: Applied Machine Learning
45 min6 focus topicstechnical
6
Onsite Round 4: Behavioral Interview
45 min6 focus topicsbehavioral
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