Microsoft

It was a straightforward technical loop overall, with strong interviewers at every stage. I genuinely enjoyed the in-depth conversations around technical challenges and algorithmic problem-solving. The entire process felt well-structured and genuinel

2 rounds, online -> virtual superday. Final round was 3 45-minute interviews w/ a mix of DS, LeetCode, and light sys design. LeetCode questions ranged from easy-medium, and the sys design was around designing a logging system.

I applied online. I cold applied, and I was reached out to by a recruiter. The recruiter explained the role and asked about my background experience. I provided my availability for two weeks, and they scheduled an interview for me.