I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Microsoft
Interview
Focused on behavioral questions. Interviewers are interested in whether you would like the job just as much as your qualification. Overall, the experience was pleasant and transparent. The process took a bit long but I think it was specific to the role.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why Microsoft? How have you worked through ambiguity in the past?
Applied through Craigslist, if I recall correctly. HR responded fairly quickly and did a phone screen before setting up the in-person interview stage. Several regional Managers flew in for round robin in-person interviews - 30 minutes+ each. Very conversational.
Pre screening interviews and then a recruiting day in the company where I was interview with some managers with different backgrounds. In general the process was easy, what you have to do is to know yourself and find key aspects of the job description that matches with you.
