Senior Cloud Engineer Interview Preparation Guide - Microsoft
Cloud Engineer
Microsoft
Senior
7 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Microsoft's cloud engineering interview process for senior-level candidates typically spans 4-6 weeks and consists of a recruiter screening phase followed by phone technical screens and onsite interviews. The process evaluates cloud architecture expertise, hands-on infrastructure management, system design capability, security knowledge, operational troubleshooting, and cultural alignment. Senior candidates are expected to demonstrate deep platform knowledge, ability to design large-scale systems, migration strategy expertise, and the ability to mentor others and influence architectural decisions.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
45 min3 focus topicsculture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen 1: Cloud Architecture and Infrastructure Design
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Technical Phone Screen 2: Cloud Operations, Troubleshooting, and Migration
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
4
Onsite Round 1: System Design - Complex Cloud Infrastructure
90 min5 focus topicssystem design
5
Onsite Round 2: Technical Deep Dive - Cloud Services, Migration, and Optimization
60 min4 focus topicstechnical
6
Onsite Round 3: Security, Compliance, and Risk Management
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
7
Onsite Round 4: Behavioral and Cultural Fit
60 min5 focus topicsbehavioral