Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) Interview Experience - Redmond, Washington
Process
A recruiter contacted me after a friend at Microsoft shared my resume.
First, I had a phone interview with the recruiter. She asked simple questions about my current job, followed by some basic technical questions, such as "What is XAML?"
Next, I had a phone screen with an SDET. This was an opportunity to ask more about the job and the team. The SDET then presented me with an algorithm question and asked how to test it.
Several days later, the recruiter contacted me again, inviting me for an on-site interview.
The on-site interview lasted from 10 AM to 6 PM. I met with five people. Initially, the schedule was for three interviews, but if performance was strong, they arranged additional meetings.
During the on-site, I was asked algorithm questions, with very few test questions.
I received a nice offer two days later.
Questions
Recursivity BST String manipulation
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Microsoft Work Experiences
- 4.0I love working at MSSoftware Development Engineer In Test (SDET) • Current EmployeeRedmond, Washington, United StatesApril 26, 2008Pros: Medical benefits are good here.Cons: Shares are not so profitable.
- 5.0Best place I have worked atSoftware Development Engineer In Test (SDET) • Former EmployeeRedmond, Washington, United StatesNovember 28, 2012Pros: Salary Benefits Peers - very intelligent Career pathsCons: There is no check/balance to ensure you and your manager are compatible.
- 4.0An okay starting point for your careerSoftware Development Engineer In Test (SDET) • Former EmployeeRedmond, Washington, United StatesNovember 2, 2014Pros: You get plenty of benefits, like free devices, betas, and other cool things. It's a technology lover's dream. Great health benefits as well.Cons: Ideas can sometimes get lost in the mix. Microsoft is still way behind the competition, both in development practices and in shipping products. Growth is also really slow unless you're willing to sacrifice your work-life balance.
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