Microsoft Software Developer - Internship interview questions
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Software Developer - Internship applicants have rated the interview process at Microsoft with 3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 71.3% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Software Developer - Internship roles take an average of 90 days to get hired, when considering 3 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Microsoft overall takes an average of 46 days.
Common stages of the interview process at Microsoft as a Software Developer - Internship according to 3 Glassdoor interviews include:
The interview process at Microsoft was structured and insightful. It began with an online coding assessment focused on data structures and algorithms, followed by one or two technical interviews. These included problem-solving questions and discussions about system design, OOP concepts, and past project experience. The interviewers were friendly and encouraged me to think out loud, making the experience engaging and supportive.
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One of the key questions I was asked was to design a scalable system for a file storage service, discussing how I’d structure the backend, handle large files, and ensure reliability under load.
The interview process involves resume screening, initial HR call, technical assessments, coding challenges, behavioral interviews, system design discussions, and final evaluation, followed by an offer or feedback based on performance.
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How would you optimize a database query for faster performance?
I applied online. I interviewed at Microsoft (Sydney) in Oct 2024
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I interviewed for the internship position in 2024. The process consisted of two rounds. The first round included a technical question focused on Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA), along with a few behavioral questions. The second round varied significantly depending on the interviewer, with some focusing more on system design or technical discussions, while others leaning towards behavioural questions.