The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Microsoft (Israel, TX) in Feb 2024
Interview
i did a test like in leet code, first they asked me for my CV and checked my resume then they asked me 2 question in codility to test my ability in coding
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
There are N balls positioned in a row. Each of them ls etther red or white. In one move we
can swap two adjacent balls. We want to arrange all the red balls into a consistent
segment. What is the minimum number of swaps needed?
I applied online. I interviewed at Microsoft (Melbourne)
Interview
After submitting an online application, I received a HackerRank assessment after passing the resume screening stage, then I was rejected after completing the assessment and did not proceed to further interview rounds.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The assessment consisted of two LeetCode-medium-level coding questions to be completed within 75 minutes.
45 mins technical interview with a member of their San fran team. Very relaxed and informal but questions were focused and lots of follow ups. Easy to schedule as was over video conferencing platform
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 genuinely engaging.