Software Engineer II
Microsoft
Skills
- C
- C++
- C#
- Java
- JavaScript
- Python
- Distributed Systems
- Cloud Services
- System Design
- Root Cause Analysis
- SLA Management
- Software Architecture
About the role
Creates and implements code for a product, service, or feature, reusing code as applicable. Provides feedback for proposals for architecture, with technical leadership from others. Tests and explores various design options for a product/solution feature, outlining strengths and weaknesses of each option. Collaborates with architects to build and modify a product/solution feature, providing feedback as needed. Contributes to the development of design documents that support user stories and other product requirements with oversight. Contributes to the refinement of product features by escalating findings from analyses to inform decisions regarding the engineering of products. Build Foundational Capabilities: Contribute to and lead the development of core platform components and reusable building blocks that accelerate team velocity and product innovation. Champion Customer-Centric Development: Engage directly with customers and product teams to capture feedback, understand demand signals, and refine product messaging—ensuring the voice of the customer shapes product evolution. Lead Live Site Excellence: Drive operational excellence in managing and operating large-scale distributed systems with a high bar for service-level agreements (SLAs). Lead root cause analyses (RCAs) for key live site incidents and outages, identify systemic improvements, and set high standards for reliability and performance. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience. 3+ years of experience designing, building, and operating production-grade software and services at scale, with a proven track record of delivering high-impact solutions. Demonstrated expertise in solving complex technical challenges in one or more domains such as distributed systems, AI/ML infrastructure, developer platforms, or cloud services. Experience engaging with customers during integration or deployment phases, with a focus on delivering value and incorporating feedback into product evolution. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
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