Microsoft | Software Engineer | Interview Experience
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Interview Process
I went through multiple stages interviewing for the Microsoft MAIDAP SDE 2 position. The first stage was a phone screen where the interviewer asked a mix of technical and behavioral questions, focusing on problem-solving skills.
During the second stage, I had a technical interview over video chat where I solved a couple of coding challenges. One challenge was related to binary trees, and the other involved dynamic programming. I appreciated the live coding format, as it allowed me to explain my thought process while coding.
The final stage included cultural fit interviews with multiple team members, focusing on past projects and collaboration experiences. I felt that this was a vital part of their evaluation process. I’m currently waiting for their feedback on my application.
Technical Questions
- Binary Tree Maximum Path Sum (Tree, DFS)
- Longest Increasing Subsequence (Dynamic Programming, Binary Search)
Tips & Insights
- Be prepared to explain your thought process during coding challenges.
- Emphasize collaboration and past project experiences in cultural fit interviews.