Microsoft

From beginning to end, this was one of the most aloof interview processes I've ever been a part of. I applied online and didn't hear back until three weeks after. While this was fine, as I was willing to wait for Microsoft, what was most egregious wa

Phone screens to establish initial contact and assess basic fit for a particular team. Travel for 5 in-person interviews, mainly focusing on coding, design discussions, and general CS knowledge over the course of a day, including lunch. Final trave

The interview process involved the following stages: * First contact through LinkedIn. * Phone interview with an HR recruiter. * Full-day interview with 4 people. * Feedback from the manager. * Offer. * Time to provide an answer. During