Microsoft Entry-Level UX Designer Interview Preparation Guide
UX Designer
Microsoft
entry
7 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Microsoft's entry-level UX Designer interview typically follows a multi-stage evaluation process beginning with recruiter screening, followed by phone-based assessments of design thinking and portfolio quality, and concluding with full-day onsite interviews. The process assesses fundamental design skills, user-centered thinking, collaboration ability, communication clarity, and cultural alignment with Microsoft's values.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min4 focus topicsculture fit
2
Portfolio Review and Design Fundamentals Phone Screen
45 min6 focus topicstechnical
3
UX Problem-Solving and Design Thinking Phone Screen
45 min5 focus topicscase study
4
Onsite Round 1: Design Challenge and Whiteboarding
90 min6 focus topicstechnical
5
Onsite Round 2: Behavioral and Team Collaboration Interview
60 min6 focus topicsbehavioral
6
Onsite Round 3: User Research and Strategy Interview
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
7
Onsite Round 4: Hiring Manager and Team Fit Interview
50 min5 focus topicsculture fit