Microsoft Software Engineer (Mid-Level) Interview Preparation Guide 2025

Microsoft's software engineer interview process for mid-level candidates is a comprehensive 4-8 week evaluation designed to assess technical depth, system design thinking, and cultural alignment. The process includes a recruiter screening, online coding assessment on Codility, a technical phone screen, and a loop of 4-5 virtual onsite interviews covering multiple coding challenges, system design, and behavioral discussions. Each round builds on the previous, with increasing complexity and emphasis on both individual technical excellence and team collaboration.[1][3][4]