Initial Screening (5-15 minutes): Conducted via phone or video call. Recruiter or hiring manager asks key questions to confirm qualifications, availability, and interest in the role. Focused Interview (15-30 minutes): A single round of questions by the hiring manager or small panel. Questions center on the candidate's experience, role-specific skills, and alignment with the company culture. Skills Assessment or Work Sample (optional, 15-30 minutes): Candidate completes a task or discusses previous work to demonstrate expertise. May be skipped for less technical or entry-level roles.