Spotify Staff SEO Manager Interview Preparation Guide
SEO Manager
Spotify
Staff
6 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Spotify's Staff-level interview process for marketing/SEO roles typically involves recruiter screening, technical phone screens assessing SEO expertise and strategic thinking, and onsite rounds covering technical SEO competency, data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, strategic planning, product thinking, and cultural alignment. Staff candidates are evaluated on their ability to drive large-scale SEO initiatives, mentor teams, influence technical and product decisions, and contribute to long-term strategy.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min3 focus topicsculture fit
2
SEO Strategy & Leadership Phone Screen
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Spotify Product & DSP Ecosystem Deep Dive
60 min4 focus topicstechnical
4
SEO Technical Competency & Problem Solving Onsite
75 min4 focus topicstechnical
5
Leadership, Mentorship & Cross-Functional Collaboration Onsite
60 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
6
Strategic SEO Planning & Business Impact Onsite
75 min4 focus topicscase study