• Software Engineer II

    Microsoft Corporation (Redmond, WA)


    Overview

     

    We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our team focused on building intelligent, scalable, and secure systems. This role involves designing and implementing AI-enhanced services that support enterprise-scale applications and customer-facing experiences. You will contribute to architecture, development, and optimization of cloud-native solutions, with emphasis on responsible AI practices.

     

    Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

    Responsibilities

    + Architect and develop distributed systems and microservices using modern programming languages and cloud platforms.

    + Integrate AI capabilities such as natural language processing, semantic search, and intelligent agents using frameworks like Azure OpenAI, Semantic Kernel, or equivalent.

    + Drive performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency through telemetry, asynchronous I/O, and system profiling.

    + Ensure robust data validation, schema enforcement, and compliance with privacy and security standards.

    + Collaborate across disciplines to define technical requirements, review designs, and deliver high-quality software.

    + Mentor engineers and promote engineering best practices across the team.

    + Embody our culture 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.

    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

    + 3+ years of experience in software engineering, preferably in cloud-scale or AI-enhanced services.

    + Proficient in C#, Python, or JavaScript, and familiarity with cloud platforms like Azure or AWS.

    + Experience with AI development tools and frameworks (e.g., OpenAI APIs, Transformers, Semantic Search).

    + Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, GitHub workflows, and infrastructure-as-code.

    + Demonstrated ability to lead design efforts and deliver production-grade solutions.

    + Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

     

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    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)