I applied online. The process took 7 months. I interviewed at Microsoft (Washington, DC) in Oct 2020
Interview
Interview was long and complex (broken up into 3 parts/45 mins each), but they encourage you to be yourself which made the overall process smooth. By far, the best interview experience I've ever had. Ensure to articulate a growth mindset.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Explain a network using an animal.
Describe how you have collaborated with others outside of your immediate team to resolve a critical issue.
I applied online. I interviewed at Microsoft (New York, NY)
Interview
First round first, followed by three interview rounds for the final round in a few weeks. Third round was 3 rounds with 5-10 mins intervals. I really loved interviewing with Microsoft. Each interviewer seemed like people I would also love to work with.
Reach out by HR recruiter, then 3 interviews with manager and team members. After interview a follow up with recruiter that I was preferred candidate and salary/bonus negotiations. This was my third time applying and first experience with interview process.
I applied through other source. The process took 1+ week. I interviewed at Microsoft (Sídney) in Dec 2025
Interview
It was amazing. There were three rounds. Started with phone screening, then meeting with recruiting manager, and then the director. The process was smooth. The interviews were back to back - almost everyday.
