Microsoft UX Designer (Staff Level) Interview Preparation Guide
UX Designer
Microsoft
Staff
7 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Microsoft's interview process for Staff-level UX Designer positions typically involves multiple rounds spanning 4-6 weeks. The process includes recruiter screening, phone/video design discussions, portfolio deep-dive, product design case studies, collaborative design sessions, and behavioral interviews. Expect 6-7 total interview segments with a mix of technical design challenges, cross-functional collaboration scenarios, and strategic thinking assessments appropriate for a senior individual contributor role.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min3 focus topicsculture fit
2
Design Portfolio Discussion
60 min6 focus topicstechnical
3
Design Case Study Interview
60 min6 focus topicscase study
4
Collaborative Design Workshop
45 min5 focus topicstechnical
5
Design Systems and Scalability Interview
45 min5 focus topicstechnical
6
Behavioral and Leadership Interview
45 min6 focus topicsbehavioral
7
Hiring Manager Deep-Dive
45 min5 focus topicsculture fit