Process
The first step was a 20-minute phone call for a regular introduction and to explain the process.
The next step was an online assessment of three questions. After passing the online assessment, I was interviewed by four engineers online due to COVID.
Most of the interviews involved whiteboard coding questions.
Questions
Asked to solve coding problems.
Solved two, which were LeetCode's intermediate level, and partially solved one.
Failed to solve the last, which was LeetCode's hard level.
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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
- 3.0Good Balance, Less PerformanceSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeIsrael, IsraelOctober 17, 2025Pros: Very good work. Lift balance.Cons: nor performance-oriented. Promotions and bonuses really depended on what product you are working on.
- 5.0Good so far!Software Engineer • Current EmployeeMarch 9, 2021Pros: Microsoft has made working from home as seamless as possible. They're also very understanding and heavily promote work-life balance! I'm learning a lot here, as a new hire, and am excited to learn more from my team.Cons: None to report so far.
- 5.0Chill Folks, Slow GrowthSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeRedmond, Washington, United StatesSeptember 8, 2025Pros: Good work-life balance, chill, nice folks.Cons: Slow career growth, compensation 🥜
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