Process
The interviewees were very approachable and friendly.
The interview focused mainly on the fundamentals of algorithms and data structures, so knowing the basics is essential.
Behavioral questions were asked at the beginning of the interview.
Questions
Very heavily based on linked lists.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 52 interview experiences for the Microsoft Software Engineer role in Ireland.
Success Rate
21%
Pass Rate
Microsoft's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in Ireland is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive46%
Neutral38%
Negative15%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Microsoft's Software Engineer interview process in Ireland.
Microsoft Work Experiences
5.0
Good work, good pay
Software Engineer • Former Employee
May 23, 2022
Pros: Pretty good working environment, easygoing people, good pay.
Cons: Sometimes, management is tough, still fair, however.
5.0
Great Environment, Pushed To Improve
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Egypt, North Carolina, United States
May 21, 2024
Pros: It's a nice environment and pushes you to improve.
Cons: In my case, there are no cons. :)
3.0
Good Perks, Bad Balance
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Seattle, Washington, United States
May 13, 2024
Pros: Good software feature work. Microsoft perks are good.
Cons: No growth, bad work-life balance.
- 5.0Good work, good paySoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeMay 23, 2022Pros: Pretty good working environment, easygoing people, good pay.Cons: Sometimes, management is tough, still fair, however.
- 5.0Great Environment, Pushed To ImproveSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeEgypt, North Carolina, United StatesMay 21, 2024Pros: It's a nice environment and pushes you to improve.Cons: In my case, there are no cons. :)
- 3.0Good Perks, Bad BalanceSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesMay 13, 2024Pros: Good software feature work. Microsoft perks are good.Cons: No growth, bad work-life balance.
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