Microsoft DevOps Engineer (Entry Level) - Interview Preparation Guide
DevOps Engineer
Microsoft
entry
7 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Microsoft's entry-level DevOps Engineer interview process typically spans 4-6 weeks and consists of an initial recruiter screening, followed by two technical phone screens covering DevOps fundamentals and infrastructure concepts, and four onsite interview rounds evaluating hands-on coding and scripting, infrastructure design, behavioral and culture fit, and deep technical project experience. The process assesses foundational DevOps knowledge, hands-on skills with containers and CI/CD, problem-solving ability, and cultural alignment with Microsoft's values of learning, innovation, and collaboration.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min4 focus topicsculture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen - DevOps Fundamentals
45 min6 focus topicstechnical
3
Technical Phone Screen - Infrastructure and Troubleshooting
45 min6 focus topicstechnical
4
Onsite Round 1 - Hands-On Coding and Scripting
75 min6 focus topicstechnical
5
Onsite Round 2 - Infrastructure Design and Architecture
75 min6 focus topicssystem design
6
Onsite Round 3 - Behavioral and Culture Fit
50 min6 focus topicsbehavioral
7
Onsite Round 4 - Technical Deep Dive and Project Experience
75 min6 focus topicstechnical