1. Application & Screening
Submitting Application – Candidates apply online or through referrals.
Resume Screening – Recruiters review resumes to shortlist qualified candidates.
Phone Screening – A recruiter may conduct a brief call to assess qualifications, interest, and salary expectations.
2. First Interview (Technical/Behavioral Screening)
Could be with a hiring manager, team lead, or HR.
May include behavioral questions (e.g., "Tell me about a time when...").
For technical roles, a coding test or case study may be required.
3. In-Depth Interviews
Technical Interview – In-depth skills assessment, often with live coding, whiteboarding, or case studies.
Behavioral Interview – Based on STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method.
Panel Interview – Meeting multiple interviewers from different teams.
Situational or Role-Specific Questions – Assessing problem-solving and domain expertise.
4. Final Interview & Decision-Making
May include executive leadership or a final culture-fit interview.
Sometimes includes salary negotiation.
Background checks and reference checks may be performed.
5. Offer & Onboarding
If selected, the candidate receives an offer letter.
Onboarding process begins with paperwork, training, and team introductions.
