Microsoft UX Designer (Junior Level) Interview Preparation Guide
UX Designer
Microsoft
Junior
7 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
The interview process for a junior UX designer typically consists of initial recruiter screening, followed by phone-based design and behavioral assessments, and concludes with on-site rounds focused on design problem-solving, portfolio evaluation, and cross-functional collaboration. The process emphasizes understanding your design thinking process, practical wireframing and prototyping skills, user research fundamentals, and ability to work within teams.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min3 focus topicsculture fit
2
Phone Screen 1: UX Design Fundamentals and Behavioral
45 min6 focus topicstechnical
3
Phone Screen 2: Design Case Study
60 min6 focus topicscase study
4
On-Site Round 1: Design Whiteboard/Live Design Exercise
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
5
On-Site Round 2: Portfolio and Design Deep Dive
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
6
On-Site Round 3: Cross-Functional Collaboration
45 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
7
On-Site Round 4: Behavioral and Cultural Fit
45 min5 focus topicsbehavioral