Resume Shortlisting – The HR team or hiring manager reviews applications to shortlist candidates based on qualifications, experience, and skills. Initial HR Call – A recruiter reaches out to discuss the role, salary expectations, notice period, and availability for interviews. A live technical screening with a hiring manager or senior engineer covering: Core technical concepts (OS, networking, databases, cloud, etc.). Problem-solving ability (algorithms, troubleshooting, optimization). Experience with tools and technologies relevant to the job. Discussion with team lead, engineering manager, or CTO followed by Salary discussion, benefits, and work culture.