The Microsoft SDE-2 interview process typically consists of multiple rounds designed to assess various skills: - Online Assessment (OA): An initial screening with algorithmic problems focusing on data structures and algorithms like dynamic programming and backtracking. Technical Coding Rounds: These are in-depth coding interviews in which you may be asked to design and implement systems (e.g., a file system or a distributed cache), demonstrating your coding skills and understanding of system design principles. The hiring manager round involves technical discussions about your past projects and problem-solving tasks, possibly involving optimization techniques like multithreading. - Final Round (As Appropriate): Advanced problem-solving questions and behavioural assessments to evaluate your fit within the team and company culture.