Sections: Debugging, DSA (2 questions), Work simulation
Duration: ~90 mins
Format: 1–2 DSA problems
Focus: Problem-solving, coding, communication
DSA Round
Medium to hard Leetcode-style problems
Low-Level Design (for SDE I)
Class design, OOP concepts
Behavioral ("Leadership Principles")
STAR method responses (e.g., “Tell me about a time…”)
Optional Coding Round
Total 5 rounds of interviews.
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Amazon Software Engineer role in California, Maryland.
Amazon's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in California, Maryland is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Amazon's Software Engineer interview process in California, Maryland.