Ace Your Microsoft Software Engineer Interview: Tackling Binary Search Trees & Knapsack Problems

Microsoft | Software Engineer | Interview Experience

Interview Date: January 19, 2026
Result: Not specified
Difficulty: Not specified

Interview Process

The interview lasted about an hour and was conducted via video. The interviewer was very friendly and made me feel comfortable. We started with introductions, where I briefly discussed my background and experiences. The technical part followed, beginning with a question about data structures.

Technical Questions

  1. Binary Search Tree Implementation (Tree, Binary Search)
  2. Knapsack Problem (Dynamic Programming)

Tips & Insights

I tackled the coding problems step by step and made sure to explain my thought process clearly. Additionally, be prepared for behavioral questions focusing on teamwork and conflict resolution. It’s also a good opportunity to ask about the team and projects you might be joining. Overall, it was a great experience, and I felt well-prepared.