Process
The interview process was fun, starting with 4 rounds, each lasting 45 minutes. The questions were standard but clearly tested a candidate's understanding of basic concepts.
The questions were all algorithm and data structure-based. It's important to be clear on basic concepts. There were also many design questions.
I signed an NDA, so I can't fully disclose all the questions.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 999 interview experiences for the Microsoft Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
Microsoft's interview process for their Software 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 Engineer interview process in United States.
Microsoft Work Experiences
- 4.0sweetSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeRedmond, Washington, United StatesMay 13, 2024Pros: Get to WFH depending on team.Cons: No free food on the Redmond campus.
- 5.0Great for people with familiesSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeReston, Virginia, United StatesMarch 25, 2023Pros: The work-life balance is the best part of working here.Cons: It's pretty slow, and most teams' font does anything fun.
- 4.0Microsoft is a great companySoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeRedmond, Washington, United StatesDecember 6, 2020Pros: Microsoft is a great company. Good work-life balance.Cons: Pay is low compared with other top companies.
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