Initial Screening (Phone/Video Call) A recruiter or HR representative conducts a 30-minute call to discuss: Your background, resume, and interest in the role. High-level questions about skills/experience. Salary expectations and logistics (remote/onsite). Technical Assessment Format: Coding challenge (HackerRank, Codility), take-home project, or live technical interview. Focus: Role-specific skills (e.g., algorithms, system design, case studies for non-tech roles).