Senior Frontend Developer Interview Preparation Guide - Microsoft
Frontend Developer
Microsoft
Senior
6 rounds
Updated 2/18/2026
Microsoft's senior-level frontend developer interview process spans 4-6 weeks and includes 6 core rounds: recruiter screening, two phone technical screens (React implementation and algorithm problem-solving), and three comprehensive onsite rounds (React application implementation, system design, and behavioral leadership assessment). The process emphasizes deep JavaScript and React mastery combined with architectural thinking, system design capabilities, and demonstrated technical leadership. Microsoft evaluates candidates not only on coding ability but also on mentorship potential, cross-functional collaboration, and alignment with company values of customer obsession and growth mindset.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
45 min3 focus topicsbehavioral|culture fit
2
Phone Technical Screen - React Implementation
45 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Phone Technical Screen - Algorithm Problem-Solving
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
4
Onsite Round 1 - React Application Implementation
90 min6 focus topicstechnical
5
Onsite Round 2 - Frontend System Design
90 min6 focus topicssystem design
6
Onsite Round 3 - Behavioral and Technical Leadership
60 min5 focus topicsbehavioral|culture fit