Process
The first round was the coding round, where three questions were asked on the Cocubes platform. I cleared all the basic test cases in the coding questions, but I was still not shortlisted for the interview process. There are more test cases to clear to pass this round.
Questions
Reverse and attach the odd nodes of a linked list at the back of the original linked list without using any temporary nodes.
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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
Microsoft's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in India is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Microsoft's Software Engineer interview process in India.
Microsoft Work Experiences
- 2.0Lost the plotSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeRedmond, Washington, United StatesJune 2, 2025Pros: In theory: * Work/life balance * Decent facilities * Remote work policy * Healthcare planCons: The continuing layoffs have made it clear: upper management has no idea of, or no interest in, attracting or developing talented people anymore. Long term, nothing else will matter if this persists.
- 3.0Depends all on the teamSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeHyderābād, Telangana, IndiaMarch 1, 2025Pros: Good work-life balance and leisure activities.Cons: Depending on the team, the work can seem pointless due to legacy systems and corporate mismanagement.
- 3.0Great Work, Bad Balance/paySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeHyderābād, Telangana, IndiaJuly 14, 2025Pros: Nice work and opportunities to shine.Cons: Bad work-life balance and pay.
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