How to Crack Microsoft Interview in 2025 | SDE-2 Interview Strategy
🎙 In this episode, we speak with Shivam Somani, SDE-2 at Microsoft, who shares his inspiring journey from cracking interviews at JP Morgan to landing a role at Microsoft.
He opens up about how the interview process differs between JP Morgan and FAANG-level companies, why DSA is still crucial even for experienced developers, and how to prepare effectively while working a full-time job.
Shivam also shares his insights on using your past work experience smartly during job switches, his views on layoffs, and the right way to get interview calls. Finally, he discusses what it’s really like working at Microsoft — the culture, technology, and learnings.
If you’re a software engineer, working professional, or student aiming for top product-based companies, this episode will give you actionable strategies, motivation, and a clear roadmap to follow.
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction
01:06 – Interview difference between JP Morgan and FAANG companies
02:51 – Why DSA matters even for experienced folks
04:30 – How to prepare while having a full-time job
06:10 – Importance of previous work experience in job switches
08:45 – Views on layoffs
11:45 – Right way to get interview calls
16:08 – How the work culture and tech differ in Microsoft
17:40 – Advice for the audience
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