Software Development Engineer Interview Experience
Process
The interview process involved technical questions, as well as some background information and fit checking to see if I was a good match for the team. There were two parts.
First was a short, 30-minute on-campus interview at the college where I was asked two technical questions.
Next was a full day of interviews on Microsoft's campus. This involved five back-to-back technical interviews.
Questions
Q: Why do you want to work at Microsoft?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 634 interview experiences for the Microsoft Software Development Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
Microsoft's interview process for their Software Development Engineer roles in the United States is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Microsoft's Software Development Engineer interview process in United States.
Microsoft Work Experiences
- 5.0A great place to start your careerSoftware Development Engineer • Former EmployeeApril 3, 2009Pros: Massive brand name recognition. Lots of learning opportunities, challenging projects, brilliant co-workers, and of course, a resume builder. The breadth of opportunities at Microsoft is unparalleled. From Operating Systems, Compilers/IDEs, Games, Hardware, Web Services, to Office tools, these guys have done it all. There is something for everyone there. Also, the benefits are really good compared to others.Cons: Lots of competition. The developer interns have to be really good to be noticed by senior employees. You are expected to work long hours. Since I have not worked there for very long, I have not felt any other downsides.
- 4.0Less work, more processSoftware Development Engineer • Former EmployeeHyderābād, Telangana, IndiaJuly 17, 2010Pros: 1. Great people to work with.Cons: 1. Less work, more process. 2. No recognition.
- 4.0Great Pay, Chill VibeSoftware Development Engineer • Former EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesDecember 4, 2014Pros: Great work-life balance, amazing pay, and lots of good people.Cons: Very little ambition amongst the employees.
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