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Updated 2 Aug 2024

Microsoft Corporation Senior Product Manager Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
-

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. Tell me about a time , when you failed ?
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Question on how would you customize google maps for travellers
  • Q2. How would you design a fridge for kids
  • Ans. 

    A kid-friendly fridge designed with safety features and interactive elements.

    • Include childproof locks on doors and drawers to prevent accidents.

    • Add colorful and fun designs to appeal to children.

    • Incorporate adjustable shelves and drawers at lower heights for easy access.

    • Include interactive features like a whiteboard or chalkboard for kids to draw on.

    • Include a designated area for healthy snacks and drinks to encourage g

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - The interviews are not at all structured

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Aug 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Coding Test 

Coding test was assigned to me in first round of interview. 4 questions total with time limit.

Round 3 - Case Study 

Case study - related to suite reselling and products improvisation.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - All was good. Lastly rejected in the final round of interview
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. How will improve photoshop
  • Ans. 

    I will improve Photoshop by enhancing user experience, adding new features, optimizing performance, and providing better customer support.

    • Enhance user experience by simplifying UI/UX design and improving workflow efficiency

    • Add new features such as AI-powered tools for automated editing, 3D modeling capabilities, and collaboration features

    • Optimize performance by reducing loading times, improving stability, and enhancing...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How can photoshop increase market share
  • Ans. 

    Photoshop can increase market share by expanding into new industries, offering more affordable pricing options, and improving user experience.

    • Expand into new industries such as web design, digital marketing, and e-commerce to reach a wider audience.

    • Offer more affordable pricing options for individual users, small businesses, and educational institutions to attract new customers.

    • Improve user experience by simplifying th...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Tell me about a work that you are most proud of
  • Ans. 

    I am most proud of leading a cross-functional team to launch a new mobile app that increased user engagement by 30%.

    • Led a cross-functional team to develop and launch a new mobile app

    • Increased user engagement by 30%

    • Implemented user feedback to continuously improve the app

    • Collaborated with marketing team to promote the app and drive downloads

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    Experienced product manager with a background in tech and a passion for creating innovative solutions.

    • Over 5 years of experience in product management roles

    • Strong technical background with a degree in Computer Science

    • Led successful product launches, such as a mobile app that increased user engagement by 30%

    • Skilled in market research, product development, and cross-functional team collaboration

  • Answered by AI

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Product Management 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Asked about an application that I like. Features I like and dislike. Also improvements that I would make in future. Detailed discussions on how to implement that. ( I had mentioned about YouTube and how it...
  • Q2. Basic HR questions.
  • Q3. Work related questions on intelligent solutions.
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. HR questions outside the CV.
  • Q2. Work related questions.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1. Interactions with seniors.

2. Mock GDs/PIs.

3. Internet.

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Guesstimates 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. A single stress interview was taken. “Why MBA” after Samsung was the intro question, followed by questions on the happenings in IT sector like mergers and the business reasons of each such instance.
  • Q2. A guesstimate was asked on " number of petrol pumps needed for Lucknow". A product entry case of Samsung mobile phone in a different country was also discussed.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1. Have a note on the happenings within IT sector & business perspective.

2. Prodman Cases.

3. Internet.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain how you can improve a b2b and b2c product of your choice
  • Ans. 

    To improve a B2B and B2C product, focus on enhancing user experience, adding new features, and optimizing pricing strategies.

    • Conduct user research to understand pain points and preferences of both B2B and B2C customers.

    • Implement user-friendly interfaces and streamline processes to improve overall user experience.

    • Introduce new features or functionalities based on customer feedback and market trends.

    • Optimize pricing stra...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What method you use for roadmap creation
  • Ans. 

    I use a combination of customer feedback, market research, and company goals to create a roadmap.

    • Gather feedback from customers through surveys, interviews, and user testing

    • Conduct market research to identify trends, competitors, and opportunities

    • Align roadmap with company goals and priorities

    • Prioritize features based on impact, effort, and strategic importance

    • Iterate and adjust roadmap based on feedback and data

  • Answered by AI

I applied via Newspaper Ad and was interviewed in Mar 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Droup discussion is a discussion bettween few people who are formally and informally solved problem of some topics

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Dell Product Manager interview:
  • Computer science
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Don't forget your work, job searching like it's job also, apply if your not fully qualified
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - Case Study 

It was a B-school selection round

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Mostly regular product questions

Microsoft Corporation Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Microsoft Corporation Senior Product Manager interview?
Microsoft Corporation interview process usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the Microsoft Corporation interview process are One-on-one Round and Technical.
How to prepare for Microsoft Corporation Senior Product Manager interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Microsoft Corporation. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Microsoft Corporation expect are microsoft, Product Management, Computer science, Cloud and Management.
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