Process
The interview focused heavily on problem-solving. A lot of questions from data structures were asked. The interviewers were really good and helpful in reaching the desired solutions. Overall, it was an awesome experience. Focus mostly on algorithms.
Questions
It was related to asymptotic complexity in algorithms and optimal solutions design.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 293 interview experiences for the Microsoft Software Engineer role in India.
Success Rate
30%
Pass Rate
Microsoft's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in India is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive78%
Neutral17%
Negative5%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Microsoft's Software Engineer interview process in India.
Microsoft Work Experiences
5.0
Microsoft software engineer
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Herzliyya, Israel
January 26, 2020
Pros: Large company, good salary, good place to start.
Cons: Large companies make it difficult to get a raise and move on.
5.0
Incredible Growth, Typical Cons
Software Engineer • Former Employee
February 10, 2022
Pros: One of the best places you can work at. It's an incredible growth opportunity in all aspects of your career.
Cons: The typical cons of working at a corporation. Other than that, it varies per department and even the team you're put in.
5.0
Great Company, Good Perks
Software Engineer • Former Employee
July 12, 2025
Pros: Great company, good perks, and office.
Cons: Nothing as such as of now.
- 5.0Microsoft software engineerSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeHerzliyya, IsraelJanuary 26, 2020Pros: Large company, good salary, good place to start.Cons: Large companies make it difficult to get a raise and move on.
- 5.0Incredible Growth, Typical ConsSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeFebruary 10, 2022Pros: One of the best places you can work at. It's an incredible growth opportunity in all aspects of your career.Cons: The typical cons of working at a corporation. Other than that, it varies per department and even the team you're put in.
- 5.0Great Company, Good PerksSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeJuly 12, 2025Pros: Great company, good perks, and office.Cons: Nothing as such as of now.
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