Comprehensive Interview Preparation Guide: Entry Level SDET at Spotify
Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
Spotify
entry
7 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Entry-level SDET interviews typically follow a structured multi-stage process designed to assess both foundational software engineering skills and test automation expertise. The process includes an initial recruiter conversation, one or two technical phone screens focusing on coding and testing fundamentals, and an onsite loop with multiple technical, test automation, and behavioral interviews. This ensures candidates demonstrate core programming competency, understanding of testing frameworks, ability to design basic automation solutions, and cultural fit.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min5 focus topicsculture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen 1: Coding Fundamentals
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Technical Phone Screen 2: Test Automation and QA Fundamentals
60 min6 focus topicstechnical
4
Onsite Interview 1: Advanced Coding Problem
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
5
Onsite Interview 2: Test Automation Design and Implementation
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
6
Onsite Interview 3: Problem-Solving and Systems Thinking
60 min5 focus topicscase study
7
Onsite Interview 4: Behavioral and Team Fit
45 min6 focus topicsbehavioral