Process
I had an initial phone screen, followed by the SQL and Python technical screen. By the end of the round, I was able to finish 3 SQL questions and 4 Python questions.
Questions
Basic SQL and Python with test cases.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 347 interview experiences for the Meta Data Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
15%
Pass Rate
Meta's interview process for their Data Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive63%
Neutral24%
Negative13%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Meta's Data Engineer interview process in United States.
Meta Work Experiences
4.0
Rapid Growth, High Intensity
Data Engineer • Current Employee
New York, New York, United States
May 14, 2025
Pros: Good career development and fast promotion cycles.
Cons: Intensity is higher than typical tech companies.
1.0
Not a friendly culture
Data Engineer • Current Employee
October 16, 2022
Pros: No pros, except the food that is good.
Cons: 1. Managers are non-technical.
2. They intimidate the engineers working under them in meetings.
3. They don't let them speak.
4. They also don't give clarity on directions.
5. HRBP or senior managers are not there to help you.
6. Managers just bully you by leaps and bounds.
7. You are just at the mercy of your 1-1 manager. If you can do flattery, then you would do fine; else, just leave the company.
8. The campus is now becoming unhygienic; there is no cleaning in the building.
5.0
Good company to work for
Data Engineer • Current Employee
Menlo Park, California, United States
September 29, 2020
Pros: Good salary, quick promotion speed.
Cons: Less manageable work-life balance, keeping seeking impact.
- 4.0Rapid Growth, High IntensityData Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesMay 14, 2025Pros: Good career development and fast promotion cycles.Cons: Intensity is higher than typical tech companies.
- 1.0Not a friendly cultureData Engineer • Current EmployeeOctober 16, 2022Pros: No pros, except the food that is good.Cons: 1. Managers are non-technical. 2. They intimidate the engineers working under them in meetings. 3. They don't let them speak. 4. They also don't give clarity on directions. 5. HRBP or senior managers are not there to help you. 6. Managers just bully you by leaps and bounds. 7. You are just at the mercy of your 1-1 manager. If you can do flattery, then you would do fine; else, just leave the company. 8. The campus is now becoming unhygienic; there is no cleaning in the building.
- 5.0Good company to work forData Engineer • Current EmployeeMenlo Park, California, United StatesSeptember 29, 2020Pros: Good salary, quick promotion speed.Cons: Less manageable work-life balance, keeping seeking impact.
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