I applied in-person. I interviewed at Microsoft (Dublín, Dublín) in Jul 2013
Interview
5 interviews, first with HR, just a history of what you have done, then with peers and at the end with the big boss. They all have a saying if yes or no, but ultimately 1 person makes the desition
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Behavioral: Tell me of a time... and be prepared for the "Tell me a book that changed your life, tell me who inspires you the most"
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Microsoft (New York, NY) in Apr 2016
Interview
Initial phone interview followed up by final round in NY office. Consisted of 4 interviews back to back.
I was told I would hear back the next week and was instead left in the dark for 2 weeks with the recruiter ignoring my emails/calls. Finally received a generic email saying I did not receive the job with zero explanation as to why or why I was being ignored all week. Extreme lack of professionalism.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Microsoft (Dubai) in May 2012
Interview
The interview process was long and many people to interview with but very hgih level and structured process. During interview you feel that thay don't check if you are a fit for the job only but your potential and ability to handle multiple roles. HR records everything , if not hired for a role , they use back all informations for another role. Need to be carefule on what you say