SDE-2 Backend Interview Experience - Bengaluru, Karnataka
Process
The online process for the position in Bangalore lasted three weeks. It included one coding test followed by five more rounds. After a total of six rounds, the recruiter did not share proper feedback.
Questions
The interview process consisted of the following rounds:
- Online coding test.
- Round 2 contained questions about DS/ALGO.
- Round 3: LLD
- Round 4: HLD
- Round 5: HLD
- Round 6: Techno-managerial.
I was supposed to describe the biggest project in 45 seconds. The interviewer was too rude and was in a hurry, and didn't even have time to close the interview properly. After 6 rounds, they just sent a rejection email.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 2 interview experiences for the Microsoft SDE-2 Backend role in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Success Rate
Microsoft's interview process for their SDE-2 Backend roles in Bengaluru, Karnataka is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for Microsoft's SDE-2 Backend interview process in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Microsoft Work Experiences
- 1.0Uncertainty and No DirectionsSDE-2 Backend • Former EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaOctober 11, 2025Pros: Regular software engineer, big tech firm benefits.Cons: If you're in a non-competitive team, it's hard to be sure about your work and job security.
- 4.0Well-balanced companySDE-2 Backend • Current EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaApril 12, 2025Pros: - Very well-defined engineering practices and tools - Excellent work-life balance and an employee-friendly cultureCons: - Work velocity is very slow and too many processes in between that need to be followed. - Hikes are not very competitive, even if your work impact is very high compared to any other major product-based organizations.
- 5.0Great company to work forSDE-2 Backend • Former EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesAugust 11, 2025Pros: Benefits and WLB are good for getting into big tech.Cons: Several big tech companies pay better and have more challenging work.
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