Questions that have appeared at Microsoft for an engineering (Behavioral) interview.

1. Problem Solving

Question: Can you describe a time when you faced a significant problem at work and how you resolved it?

Question: Could you share an example where you needed to make a decision without all the relevant information?

Question: Tell us about a time when you had to solve a difficult problem, but the first solution you came up with didn't work. How did you proceed?

2. Teamwork

Question: Can you provide an example of a time when you had a disagreement with a team member and how it was resolved?

Question: How do you handle working with someone who isn't pulling their weight in a team project?

Question: Can you tell us about a time when you helped a team member improve their skills or performance?

3. Leadership

Question: Can you share a situation where you had to lead a project or a team? What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?

Question: How would you handle a situation where your team members were not agreeing on the direction of a project?

Question: Tell us about a time when you inspired your team to achieve a goal they initially thought was unreachable.

4. Adaptability

Question: Provide an example of a time when you faced a significant change at work. How did you adapt?

Question: Can you describe a situation where you were required to adjust to a colleague's working style in order to complete a project or achieve your objectives?

Question: How do you handle stress and pressure, especially when dealing with tight deadlines?

5. Innovation

Question: Have there been times when you saw some problem and offered a solution that was not asked for or expected?

Question: Can you share an instance where your innovation or out-of-the-box thinking led to project success?

Question: How do you keep yourself up-to-date with the latest technology trends and apply them to your work?