What is the Microsoft Interview process like? (With sample questions!)

I spent the last 3 years at Microsoft working as a Product Manager and I've both interviewed and conducted interviews throughout my years. In this video, I will show you how a Microsoft Interview looks like, how many you'll have at each stage, and provide sample questions so that you know exactly what to prepare for.

What you'll find in this video:
@00:00 Intro
@00:25 Interview Breakdown
@01:16 Call with Recruiter
@02:58 1st Round Interview
@04:22 Final Round Interviews
@06:14 Skills and Attributes MSFT is looking for
@08:40 As Appropriate Interview
@10:38 Levels at Microsoft | Program or Product?

Key Attributes Microsoft is Looking for:
Customer Focus
- "Tell me about a time when you received a customer complaint. What did you do?"
- "Tell me about a time you failed to meet the customer's needs"

Adaptability and dealing with ambiguity
- "Tell me about a time you faced ambiguity in a project"

Collaboration and communication
- "Tell me about a time where you had a conflict with your team"
- Communication is evaluated throughout your whole interview - remember to be concise and structured in your answers.

Diversity and inclusion
- "Tell me about a time when you had to help resolve a conflict between two colleagues (or students)"

Growth Mindset
- "What has been your greatest achievement?" or "Tell me about a time when something didn’t go the way you wanted at work"

Drive for results
- "Tell me about a time when you’ve gone above and beyond the minimal requirements of your goal. What were the results?"
- "Tell me about the most difficult challenge you have faced"

Influencing without authority
- "Tell me about a time where you had to influence someone but you didn't have authority over their work"

Problem Solving
-Problem-solving will be product design questions and, in some rare cases, strategy questions. They can ask you things like: How would you improve your favorite product? or How would you design an elevator?

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💻 About me 💻
I'm a Senior Product Manager by day and content creator whenever I have a few minutes in the morning, day or night to spare! I have experience working in Product Management at Microsoft in AI & Machine Learning, as well as Cisco in Wireless Technologies. I'm originally from Mexico City and I moved to the U.S. in 2015 to study my MBA at Duke University. I discovered Product Management when I started Business School and since then, it has been my mission and my passion to help others break into this role!

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✅ Disclosure ✅
This video is not sponsored; all opinions shared are my own. I do not represent Microsoft and the content of this video is sourced from public information posted by Microsoft and other parties. No confidential information is disclosed in this video.

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[kylelee]

Yo. My man I wanted to thank you!!!!
Just got my start date with Microsoft. I studied your videos during the interview process. Senior business PM data centers of America is my title. The process took 3 months from start to finish. Thanks from Chicago

[Datageeko]

Hey Diego, this was really informaitve. Thank you.
I have my first interview with Microsoft Recruiters for Digital Solution Area Specialist position. I am really nervous and excited at the same time.

[markcampbell]

I got had the phone call today from Microsoft saying I got the job. I believe if I hadnt had watched this video first I wouldnt have been prepared for it. THANK YOU SIR I am indebted to you. Your a legend!!!!

[LearningAndGrowingInLife]

Thank you Diego, this was a super insightful video.

[lindseyb]

Wow, this video is so great thank you!

[Namark]

Thank you Diego! I'm speaking with a recruiter tomorrow for a software engineer position, the video really put the whole interview process in perspective.

[lekanolaoye]

I have my Microsoft technical PM interview next week! This video was helpful. Thanks Diego!

[AbA-bidz]

I have an upcoming 4 round interviews with them as Snr Tech Program Manager. I don't know how the interview process works for them cos this is my 1st experience, so far you have hit the nail on the head. Thanks for being so clear and straightforward.

[jzuncartier]

I have an upcoming interview this Tuesday ! I’ve been doing a bunch of research thank-you so much ! I feel very confident

[PMDiegoGranados]

How many times did I say the word "interview"? 😂 Have you interviewed with Microsoft? What was your experience like?

[jrnoh]

Thank you for the great information and video Diego!

[outoftrees]

Hi Diego, thank you very much for such an insightful video. I am preparing for my MS PM interview so this video really helped me to break down my work and know the focus areas.

[solmisla]

great video!!! love the editing - i use your videos for my interviews and they work wonders!

[anamorin]

Thanks for the tips 😀 I am quite nervous, but you ease me of being confident!

[karthicksharan]

Hi Diego, this was a great video. It'll be nice if you can post a similar video for UX/Product design Interview process.

[sriramparents]

This is extremely beneficial and a great timing as I have a full loop next week for senior PM role

[mojisola]

Hey Diego. LinkedIn brought me here.
Thank you for all the tips.
Cheers.

[andresvn]

Helped me to build more confidence the day of the interview. I appreciate emphasizing the key attributes and skills. I was able to add them to my answers and felt like I connected with my interviewers that way! Great channel 👏

[gemini_grimm_llc]

I just applied for a business manager position for Microsoft def looking forward to hearing from them

[akshayoct]

Hi Diego, thanks for sharing helpful videos. Is this process applicable to industry solutions role at MS as well? Not completely but to some extent. Any key pointers?