Process
This was an onsite interview conducted before COVID. The first phone screen preceded the online in-person interview. The problem focused on how Google reviews work and how you would recommend users based on their previous likes.
Questions
Elevator design.
Design E-commerce system.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 105 interview experiences for the Microsoft Senior Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
21%
Pass Rate
Microsoft's interview process for their Senior Software Engineer roles in the United States is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive53%
Neutral13%
Negative33%
Candidates reported having good feelings for Microsoft's Senior Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Microsoft Work Experiences
4.0
Low Stress, Low Pay
Senior Software Engineer • Current Employee
Cary, North Carolina, United States
April 16, 2024
Pros: - WLB
- Career Development
- Low Stress
Cons: Compensation could be much better compared to other FAANG companies, especially since we're the most valuable company in the world right now.
5.0
Working at Microsoft in Bucharest
Senior Software Engineer • Current Employee
Bucharest, Bucuresti, Romania
December 20, 2023
Pros: Great benefits compared to other companies, even though they slashed a lot of them recently. There's a new office with modern equipment, drinks, and some breakfast. Hours are flexible and the culture is great. A lot of teams and opportunities to find your ideal role, even though at the moment there are not many job listings, but will most probably continue to grow.
Cons: They slashed a lot of benefits, parties, team events, and business travel. They do not compensate for the salary decrease after the recent fiscal changes.
4.0
Choose your team wisely
Senior Software Engineer • Current Employee
Taipei, Taiwan
May 3, 2023
Pros: You can contribute to cutting-edge projects and innovative solutions that impact millions of users worldwide.
Additionally, you'll benefit from Microsoft's commitment to employee growth and development, with ample opportunities for skill enhancement and career advancement.
Cons: There is still office politics; it comes with salary.
- 4.0Low Stress, Low PaySenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeCary, North Carolina, United StatesApril 16, 2024Pros: - WLB - Career Development - Low StressCons: Compensation could be much better compared to other FAANG companies, especially since we're the most valuable company in the world right now.
- 5.0Working at Microsoft in BucharestSenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeBucharest, Bucuresti, RomaniaDecember 20, 2023Pros: Great benefits compared to other companies, even though they slashed a lot of them recently. There's a new office with modern equipment, drinks, and some breakfast. Hours are flexible and the culture is great. A lot of teams and opportunities to find your ideal role, even though at the moment there are not many job listings, but will most probably continue to grow.Cons: They slashed a lot of benefits, parties, team events, and business travel. They do not compensate for the salary decrease after the recent fiscal changes.
- 4.0Choose your team wiselySenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeTaipei, TaiwanMay 3, 2023Pros: You can contribute to cutting-edge projects and innovative solutions that impact millions of users worldwide. Additionally, you'll benefit from Microsoft's commitment to employee growth and development, with ample opportunities for skill enhancement and career advancement.Cons: There is still office politics; it comes with salary.
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