Microsoft Technical Support Engineer interview questions
Updated 25 May 2026
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One round screen with HR then with hiring manager - went over resume and fit + some easy technical questions on experience + prior experience. Panel interview last filled with a board of varied backgorund.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Microsoft (Dublin, Dublin) in Mar 2022
Interview
Went through the first step of the interview process only. Can not speak for the other stage. The conversation went well, recruiter wasn't pushing into complex technical questions for a first interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me more about your previous job experience in IT support role
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Microsoft (Tokyo) in May 2025
Interview
The interview process consisted of five rounds: two technical interviews, two manager interviews, and a final executive interview.
The first technical interview focused on basic technical questions, and the second one was a presentation on a task.
Overall, it was a good experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How will you act when your team leader gives you an incorrect instruction?