Netflix Site Reliability Engineer (Entry Level) - Comprehensive Interview Preparation Guide
Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)
Netflix
entry
6 rounds
Updated 11/22/2025
Netflix's SRE interview process for entry-level candidates combines recruiter screening, technical phone assessments, and multi-part onsite interviews. The process evaluates foundational SRE knowledge, problem-solving ability, communication skills, and cultural alignment with Netflix's values of freedom and responsibility. Netflix places significant emphasis on system reliability, availability, and scalability—candidates should expect questions that probe understanding of monitoring, incident response, and fundamental system design concepts appropriate for entry-level candidates.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
2
Technical Phone Screen
50 min6 focus topicstechnical
3
Onsite Round 1: Coding and Technical Problem Solving
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
4
Onsite Round 2: System Design and Architecture Fundamentals
60 min6 focus topicssystem design
5
Onsite Round 3: Behavioral and Culture Fit
45 min6 focus topicsbehavioral
6
Onsite Round 4: Hiring Manager and Role Expectations
60 min6 focus topicsbehavioral
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