Software Development Engineer Interview Experience - Seattle, Washington
August 29, 2014
Negative ExperienceNo Offer
Process
The interview lasts all day, even during lunch. Be ready to answer questions while hungry.
The day consists of four one-on-one interviews.
Some interviewers may have accents that are difficult to understand, so be sure to ask clarifying questions.
Questions
Not all that difficult.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 83 interview experiences for the Microsoft Software Development Engineer role in Seattle, Washington.
Success Rate
23%
Pass Rate
Microsoft's interview process for their Software Development Engineer roles in Seattle, Washington is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive54%
Neutral31%
Negative14%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Microsoft's Software Development Engineer interview process in Seattle, Washington.
Microsoft Work Experiences
5.0
Overall, I had a positive experience. The work experience gained is invaluable
Software Development Engineer • Former Employee
Seattle, Washington, United States
August 25, 2013
Pros: The company is large and diverse, meaning that you have a lot of opportunity to work on what you really like, all the while maintaining the same benefits and compensation.
Cons: One downside to Microsoft could be that it is a large company. If someone prefers a small feel, Microsoft does not offer this.
5.0
Great Place to Work
Software Development Engineer • Current Employee
Seattle, Washington, United States
May 19, 2015
Pros: Great compensation, great work-life balance, and super smart people to work with.
Cons: Can get bureaucratic. You probably need to play politics to do super well.
3.0
Talent Leaving, Work Life Struggle
Software Development Engineer • Current Employee
Seattle, Washington, United States
October 10, 2021
Pros: Low pay and top talent leaving
Cons: Work-life balance and products
- 5.0Overall, I had a positive experience. The work experience gained is invaluableSoftware Development Engineer • Former EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesAugust 25, 2013Pros: The company is large and diverse, meaning that you have a lot of opportunity to work on what you really like, all the while maintaining the same benefits and compensation.Cons: One downside to Microsoft could be that it is a large company. If someone prefers a small feel, Microsoft does not offer this.
- 5.0Great Place to WorkSoftware Development Engineer • Current EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesMay 19, 2015Pros: Great compensation, great work-life balance, and super smart people to work with.Cons: Can get bureaucratic. You probably need to play politics to do super well.
- 3.0Talent Leaving, Work Life StruggleSoftware Development Engineer • Current EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesOctober 10, 2021Pros: Low pay and top talent leavingCons: Work-life balance and products
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