Data Engineer Interview Experience - Palo Alto, California
Process
The interview process involved three technical rounds.
First, there was a 1-hour SQL/Python round with 3-4 Python questions and 3-4 SQL questions.
The next round was focused purely on SQL and past experience.
The final round was with the hiring manager and was technical, including 1 Python and 1 SQL question.
Questions
SQL question:
Given a table, find the most recent transaction.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 6 interview experiences for the Meta Data Engineer role in Palo Alto, California.
Success Rate
Meta's interview process for their Data Engineer roles in Palo Alto, California is fairly selective, failing a large portion of engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Meta's Data Engineer interview process in Palo Alto, California.
Meta Work Experiences
- 5.0Great Pay, Overwhelming WorkData Engineer • Current EmployeePalo Alto, California, United StatesMarch 4, 2022Pros: 401k matching Wellness reimbursement Very competitive pay: salary + bonus + RSUs PTOCons: Lots of work can be very overwhelming to onboard.
- 3.0Good Company, Cutthroat CultureData Engineer • Former EmployeeMenlo Park, California, United StatesNovember 6, 2025Pros: A good company to work for.Cons: None other than cutthroat culture
- 3.0Data Engineer IC3Data Engineer • Current EmployeeWarsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, PolandNovember 5, 2025Pros: Good office, good exposure to the entire company.Cons: No canteen, no way to get fresh air.
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