Site Reliability Engineer II - CTJ - Top Secret

Microsoft's Office 365 Enterprise Cloud team is seeking a passionate Site Reliability Engineer II to join their mission-critical operations supporting government cloud services. This role sits at the intersection of software development and systems operations, focusing on the reliability, security, and performance of Office 365 services for government customers.

As an SRE II, you'll be working with Microsoft's most critical government customers, ensuring the highest standards of service quality, security, and reliability. The position requires an active Top Secret clearance with willingness to upgrade to TS/SCI with polygraph, highlighting the sensitive nature of the work.

The role combines software engineering expertise with operational knowledge, requiring you to design and implement solutions that enhance service reliability while maintaining strict security protocols. You'll be part of the team responsible for Office 365's cloud infrastructure, which brings together essential communication and collaboration tools like Exchange, SharePoint, and Teams.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Developing and implementing software solutions for service reliability
• Managing deployment and availability for sovereign environments
• Proactive issue identification and resolution
• Cross-team collaboration with Engineering and Program Management
• Continuous service improvement through root cause analysis

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years of technical experience in software engineering or systems administration, with a strong background in distributed systems and scalable services. You should be passionate about solving complex technical challenges, committed to continuous improvement, and able to thrive in a fast-paced technical environment.

This position offers competitive compensation ($98,300 - $193,200 base salary range) and comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and investment options. The role requires on-site presence with 0-25% travel, and candidates must maintain the required security clearances.

Join Microsoft's mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more, while working with cutting-edge technology in a highly secure environment. This role offers unique opportunities to impact critical government infrastructure while advancing your career in site reliability engineering.