Software Development Engineer Interview Experience - Redmond, Washington
Process
I was asked a question about my current coursework, specifically what I learned in each course.
Then, I was asked to explain a topic I liked most in any course.
After that, we spent some time discussing my resume.
Following that, I was asked to code a C program, which was easy.
Finally, the interviewer asked me about my interest in MS products.
Questions
One coding question.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 214 interview experiences for the Microsoft Software Development Engineer role in Redmond, Washington.
Success Rate
Microsoft's interview process for their Software Development Engineer roles in Redmond, Washington is fairly selective, failing a large portion of engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Microsoft's Software Development Engineer interview process in Redmond, Washington.
Microsoft Work Experiences
- 1.0Once great, now full of failSoftware Development Engineer • Current EmployeeRedmond, Washington, United StatesFebruary 28, 2013Pros: - The people you work with are usually good people. - Free drinks and Starbucks/Seattle's Best coffee. - Pay is pretty good.Cons: - Benefits suck now. - Company has been going nowhere for over a decade. - The review system is an abomination. - If you're unlucky enough to work in the newer buildings, enjoy the moronic decisions to put everyone in open spaces and block off the windows so you can't see outside. If you like working in a cave surrounded by maddening levels of noise, this might be the perfect environment for you.
- 4.0Lucky Team, Big Teams Lose FocusSoftware Development Engineer • Former EmployeeRedmond, Washington, United StatesJuly 6, 2012Pros: A lot depends on the team you work with. I was lucky to work with a great team, a great company, and great benefits.Cons: Some teams just get too big and lose focus and productivity.
- 3.0Smart colleagues, heavy processesSoftware Development Engineer • Former EmployeeRedmond, Washington, United StatesOctober 20, 2014Pros: Lots of very smart coworkers.Cons: Heavy processes; everything took forever to release.
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