Process
Initially contacted by a recruiter.
General discussion about the role.
Next was an online assessment consisting of easy LeetCode questions.
Finally, the on-site consisted of 4 virtual interviews.
Some rounds had more behavioral questions than others, but the interview process was primarily technical.
Questions
Design a queue class using only one array.
Design a class for playing poker.
System Design: Design an elevator.
Two-Sum
Three-Sum (must use Two-Sum)
N-Sum (Must use Two-Sum)
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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
- 5.0A Short Title for Your ReviewSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeRedmond, Washington, United StatesSeptember 23, 2017Pros: Quality mentoring, solid development practices, good 401k, health, etc. benefits.Cons: Missing parity with other large tech companies in the small amenities, i.e., food, snacks, WFH, etc.
- 5.0Great company with great benefits, but less than ideal progressionSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeAtlanta, Georgia, United StatesOctober 28, 2021Pros: Best benefits ever Awesome pay Great WLBCons: Poor progression and rewards are based on opinions rather than objective impact and work.
- 5.0Best company to workSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeBengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaFebruary 10, 2022Pros: 1. Good package 2. Work-life balance 3. Best teammates 4. Fast decision-makingCons: No pros to say.
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