Senior Systems Administrator Interview Preparation Guide - Microsoft
Systems Administrator
Microsoft
Senior
6 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Microsoft's interview process for Senior Systems Administrators typically includes an initial recruiter screening, technical phone screen, and multiple onsite rounds focused on technical expertise, infrastructure design, operations management, troubleshooting, and cultural alignment. Candidates should expect questions spanning hands-on system administration, large-scale infrastructure architecture, operational excellence, and leadership capabilities.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min3 focus topicsculture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Onsite Technical Deep Dive - Infrastructure Architecture
90 min5 focus topicssystem design
4
Onsite Operations Management and Automation
75 min5 focus topicstechnical
5
Onsite Troubleshooting and Complex Problem Solving
75 min5 focus topicstechnical
6
Onsite Behavioral and Cultural Fit
60 min5 focus topicsbehavioral