Technical screening questions
Ask for one example per question and listen for specifics.
- What is SPFx? A good answer: Client-side framework for web parts and extensions.
- How do you plan a migration? A good answer: Inventory, mapping, tools and cutover.
- How do you design permissions? A good answer: Groups, inheritance and least privilege.
- How do you integrate with Teams? A good answer: Tabs, web parts and Graph.
- How do you troubleshoot a slow site? A good answer: Large lists, indexing and page design.
Quick screening questions
Use these when you have only a few minutes.
- What is SPFx and when do you use it?
- How do you migrate content from on-premises SharePoint?
- How do you design permissions for a large site?
What separates the levels
Match the level to the requirement before you submit.
- Junior: builds pages and lists.
- Mid: develops solutions.
- Senior: designs the information architecture.
Red flags
Any of these is a reason to probe further.
- Classic SharePoint only.
- Cannot explain SPFx.
- No migration work.
Tools you should hear mentioned
A SharePoint developer with real experience usually names several of these without prompting.
- SharePoint Online
- SPFx
- TypeScript and React
- Power Automate
- PowerShell and PnP
- Microsoft Graph
Run the call well
Ask for the last project first, then dig into the second or third question. Take notes on versions, team size and outcomes, and record them with the submission so the vendor’s later technical interview does not surprise you.
Frequently asked questions
How long should a SharePoint developer screening call take?
Fifteen to twenty minutes is enough to cover the project, three technical questions and availability, rate and work authorization.
Do recruiters need to know the technology?
Working vocabulary is enough. Use the sourcing guide for the role and listen for specifics instead of judging technical depth yourself.