Process
The interview consisted of three rounds, which began less technical and became progressively more technical over time. It was an equal mix of technical and qualitative aspects overall, focusing on the grasp of several programming languages (C++, Java, etc.).
Questions
Why do you love to code?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 138 interview experiences for the Microsoft Software Developer role in United States.
Success Rate
14%
Pass Rate
Microsoft's interview process for their Software Developer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive49%
Neutral41%
Negative10%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Microsoft's Software Developer interview process in United States.
Microsoft Work Experiences
5.0
Great Environment, Amazing Benefits
Software Developer • Former Employee
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
November 24, 2024
Pros: Great company and employee benefits. Nice working environment.
Cons: It has not been discovered yet.
3.0
Program Manager / Software Developer
Software Developer • Current Employee
Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
April 14, 2015
Pros: Given total accountability within budget limits with justifications. Global teams collaboration experience. Good salary.
Cons: Distance from Headquarters.
Recognition lacking.
Depend on the organization.
5.0
Great Company, Enjoyed Time
Software Developer • Former Employee
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
September 1, 2021
Pros: Great company. I spent a nice time there.
Cons: None, all was great and good experience.
- 5.0Great Environment, Amazing BenefitsSoftware Developer • Former EmployeeVancouver, British Columbia, CanadaNovember 24, 2024Pros: Great company and employee benefits. Nice working environment.Cons: It has not been discovered yet.
- 3.0Program Manager / Software DeveloperSoftware Developer • Current EmployeeTokyo, Tokyo, JapanApril 14, 2015Pros: Given total accountability within budget limits with justifications. Global teams collaboration experience. Good salary.Cons: Distance from Headquarters. Recognition lacking. Depend on the organization.
- 5.0Great Company, Enjoyed TimeSoftware Developer • Former EmployeeDubai, United Arab EmiratesSeptember 1, 2021Pros: Great company. I spent a nice time there.Cons: None, all was great and good experience.
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