and cultural fit. The process often begins with an initial phone or video screening, where a recruiter or interviewer discusses your background and asks basic technical or behavioral questions. This is followed by technical interviews that may include coding challenges, algorithm design, or system design questions, often conducted on a shared platform like Google Docs or a virtual whiteboard. If you progress, there’s an onsite or virtual loop with several rounds, focusing on areas like coding, system design, behavioral questions, and role-specific problem-solving. Google places a strong emphasis on structured thinking, collaboration, and alignment with its core values, so expect questions that test both your technical expertise and how you approach complex problems.