Microsoft Machine Learning Engineer Interview Preparation Guide - Mid Level
Machine Learning Engineer
Microsoft
Mid Level
7 rounds
Updated 11/23/2025
Microsoft's Machine Learning Engineer interview process for mid-level candidates consists of an initial recruiter screening, followed by a 60-minute online assessment testing coding fundamentals and basic ML concepts. Candidates who advance proceed to the core interview phase comprising five rounds conducted by different interviewers, each evaluating distinct competencies including machine learning fundamentals, algorithm design and optimization, production system design and deployment, behavioral fit and collaboration, and specialized ML topics relevant to Microsoft's AI ecosystem.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
45 min3 focus topicsbehavioral
2
Online Technical Assessment
60 min3 focus topicstechnical
3
ML Fundamentals and Theory
60 min6 focus topicstechnical
4
Deep Learning and Neural Networks
60 min6 focus topicstechnical
5
Model Optimization and Production Deployment
60 min6 focus topicstechnical
6
System Design and ML Architecture
60 min5 focus topicssystem design
7
Behavioral and Culture Fit
45 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
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