Microsoft Cloud Engineer (Mid-Level) Interview Preparation Guide 2026

Microsoft's interview process for a Mid-Level Cloud Engineer typically involves an initial recruiter screening call, a technical phone screen to assess cloud fundamentals and problem-solving, followed by 4-5 onsite interviews covering cloud architecture design, infrastructure implementation, Azure/cloud systems expertise, and behavioral evaluation. The process emphasizes hands-on cloud experience, system design thinking for cloud infrastructure, and Microsoft's cultural values around collaboration and customer focus.