Software Design Engineer, Teams Android

Microsoft Teams is seeking a Software Design Engineer to join their mobile clients team, focusing on Android development. This role is part of Microsoft's vision to redefine productivity in a mobile-first and cloud-first world. Teams serves as the hub for teamwork in Microsoft 365, used by millions globally.

The position involves working on performance, mobile architecture, and customer growth initiatives for both Android and iOS platforms. You'll be tackling complex challenges in mobile collaboration and productivity, working with cutting-edge technologies while maintaining strong customer focus.

As a Software Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for improving system architecture, addressing application fundamentals, and implementing solutions that directly impact user experience. The role requires strong technical skills in Android development (Kotlin, Java), understanding of mobile applications, and ability to work effectively in large teams.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $98,300 - $193,200 (higher in SF and NYC areas), comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. Work arrangement is hybrid with up to 50% work from home option and 0-25% travel requirement.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced developers passionate about mobile technologies, performance optimization, and collaborative development. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive team that values continuous innovation and incremental progress toward well-defined architectural goals.

The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of software engineering experience, strong Android development skills, and a track record of shipping successful products. You'll need to demonstrate both technical excellence and customer obsession, understanding the competitive landscape while delivering reliable, high-performance solutions.