Software Engineer Trainee Interview Experience - London, United Kingdom
January 18, 2026
Neutral ExperienceNo Offer
Process
I had an interview with HR and the software engineering team leader. It was very easy, and they didn't go in depth. I didn't prep at all. I definitely got it with no problems, and I will get a job offer.
Questions
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Microsoft Software Engineer Trainee role in London, England.
Success Rate
0%
Pass Rate
Microsoft's interview process for their Software Engineer Trainee roles in London, England is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
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Neutral100%
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Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Microsoft's Software Engineer Trainee interview process in London, England.
Microsoft Work Experiences
5.0
Positive
Software Engineer Trainee • Current Employee
Estados de La Mancha II, Arizona, United States
February 13, 2025
Pros: Good learning level, qualification for the job market, and strong engagement in the IT field.
Cons: Short internship duration.
5.0
Great Company, Long Hours
Software Engineer • Current Employee
London, England, United Kingdom
June 1, 2025
Pros: A great company to work for.
Cons: Long working hours are an issue.
4.0
Overall, a good place to work
Senior Cloud Solution Architect • Current Employee
London, England, United Kingdom
February 10, 2023
Pros: Manage your own time.
Flexible working patterns.
Lots to learn.
Good people.
Good compensation package.
Super diverse.
Cons: Big disconnect from the corporate exec team. The exec team pays lip service to "Culture," as shown by the handling of recent layoffs. Account team engagement is fragmented.
- 5.0PositiveSoftware Engineer Trainee • Current EmployeeEstados de La Mancha II, Arizona, United StatesFebruary 13, 2025Pros: Good learning level, qualification for the job market, and strong engagement in the IT field.Cons: Short internship duration.
- 5.0Great Company, Long HoursSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeLondon, England, United KingdomJune 1, 2025Pros: A great company to work for.Cons: Long working hours are an issue.
- 4.0Overall, a good place to workSenior Cloud Solution Architect • Current EmployeeLondon, England, United KingdomFebruary 10, 2023Pros: Manage your own time. Flexible working patterns. Lots to learn. Good people. Good compensation package. Super diverse.Cons: Big disconnect from the corporate exec team. The exec team pays lip service to "Culture," as shown by the handling of recent layoffs. Account team engagement is fragmented.
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