Microsoft AI Engineer (Junior Level) - Comprehensive Interview Preparation Guide
AI Engineer
Microsoft
Junior
8 rounds
Updated 11/23/2025
Microsoft's interview process for AI Engineer roles follows a structured evaluation framework spanning 4-6 weeks. The process begins with a recruiter screening to assess background and cultural fit, followed by a 60-minute online technical assessment combining coding and ML fundamentals. Successful candidates then participate in a comprehensive 5-round on-site or virtual interview loop evaluating data structures and algorithms, machine learning theory, experimental design, system design, and behavioral fit. Finally, a hiring manager discussion assesses team alignment and clarifies role expectations.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min5 focus topicsculture fit
2
Online Coding & ML Fundamentals Assessment
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Technical Interview - Data Structures & Algorithms
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
4
Technical Interview - Machine Learning Theory & Deep Learning
60 min6 focus topicstechnical
5
Technical Interview - Experimental Design & Product Sense
60 min5 focus topicscase study
6
Technical Interview - System Design for ML
60 min5 focus topicssystem design
7
Behavioral Interview
45 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
8
Hiring Manager Call
45 min5 focus topicsculture fit
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