Research Software Development Engineer Interview Interview Experience - Cairo, Egypt
Process
I applied through a recruiter.
First, she sent me an online test of 8 questions. I answered 7, and the duration was 2 hours.
I passed, and the second step was on-site, with 3 interviews back to back.
- The first was data structures and whiteboard coding.
- The second was machine learning, which included basic concepts about ML.
- The third was design and architecture.
Questions
Find the first common ancestor in a tree.
Optimized sum of array elements divisible by x.
Design a chess engine system (no much coding in this one, just drawing and design decisions of the system).
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Microsoft Work Experiences
- 3.0Supportive Teams, Timezone IssuesSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeCairo, EgyptApril 16, 2024Pros: Good environment and teams are supportive.Cons: Timezone problems because you have to sync with teams in the US, which affects work-life balance.
- 4.0A Good Place, team dependentSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeCairo, EgyptNovember 1, 2023Pros: Exposure to many different systems is a great way to gain experience.Cons: Very slow on adjusting compensation.
- 5.0Everything is professional and will make you achieve what you wantSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeCairo, EgyptJanuary 18, 2025Pros: - Flexibility - Work EnvironmentCons: Salaries weren't as I expected from a big tech company like this.
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