There are two back-to-back rounds, the first is a code interview, and the next is a BQ interview. I think my interviewees gave me positive feedback, and they are nice.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Asked me a question to design a function to find a simpler Wordle game.
3 rounds of coding + 1 behavior Questions from leetcode google question bank, mostly medium level questions, ask about complexity. Interviewers are generally nice, there are no test cases but need to write ur own tests and think of the edge cases.
I applied online. I interviewed at Google (San Francisco, CA) in Feb 2026
Interview
I participated in Google’s hiring process, which began with an initial conversation with a recruiter to discuss my background, experience, and overall fit for the role. After that, I completed a technical interview focused on problem-solving, coding, and algorithmic thinking. The next stage consisted of several in-depth interviews where I was evaluated on my coding skills, system design knowledge, and ability to communicate technical concepts clearly. I also took part in a behavioral interview where I discussed previous projects, challenges, teamwork, and leadership experiences. Following the interviews, my performance was reviewed by a hiring committee that independently assessed the interview feedback. Once approved, I entered the team-matching phase, where potential managers evaluated whether my skills and experience aligned with their team's needs. The process concluded with final approvals and an offer discussion covering compensation, benefits, and other employment details.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
One of the technical questions I was asked was to design a scalable URL shortening service similar to Bitly. I was expected to explain how I would generate unique short URLs, store and retrieve data efficiently, handle a large number of requests, and ensure the system remained reliable and scalable as usage grew. The discussion also covered database choices, caching strategies, and potential bottlenecks in the architecture.