• Software Engineer II

    Microsoft Corporation (Redmond, WA)


    Overview

     

    The **Azure Sphere Security Service (AS3) team** brings Microsoft’s mission to life by delivering secure, scalable, and globally available cloud services that safeguard billions of IoT devices. From device attestation to fleet management, we operate the backbone of the Azure Sphere IoT Security Platform (https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/products/azure-sphere/?msockid=33b72eed0eb86fcd216b389f0fff6e0b) , ensuring trust and resilience at every layer. We are also pioneering the integration of **AI for productivity,** enhancing reliability, automating workflows, and accelerating innovation across device security and cloud services. Joining AS3 means contributing directly to Microsoft’s vision while building solutions that empower customers and uphold our core values.

     

    At Microsoft, our mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. We embrace a **growth mindset** , innovate to empower others, and collaborate to achieve shared goals. Guided by our values of **respect, integrity, and accountability** , we foster a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive—at work and beyond.

    Responsibilities

    As a **Software Engineer II** , you will:

    + Design, implement, and maintain cloud services for device authentication, attestation, and secure OTA updates.

    + Develop APIs and tools for secure device onboarding and lifecycle management.

    + Apply AI-driven solutions to improve operational efficiency, automate telemetry analysis, and optimize service performance.

    + Collaborate on Live Site management for critical services, including monitoring, alerting, incident triage, and rapid mitigation to maintain 99.999% SLA.

    + Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and reliability improvements.

    + Support compliance initiatives (SFI, S360 KPIs) and security hardening efforts.

    + Work in an inclusive, growth-oriented environment aligned with Microsoft’s mission and values.

    Qualifications

    Required Qualifications:

    + Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience.

    + 2+ years of experience with distributed systems, cloud services (Azure preferred), cloud infrastructure e.g., AKS, and security protocols (TLS, PKI).

    Other Requirements:

    Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

     

    + Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + Knowledge of IoT ecosystems and device lifecycle management.

    + Familiarity with Azure Resource Manager, RBAC, and compliance frameworks

    + Experience in AI/ML concepts for productivity and automation.

     

    Software Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $100,600 - $199,000 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $131,400 - $215,400 per year.

     

    Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:

     

    https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

     

    This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

     

    Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations. (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html)