Software Engineer 2

Microsoft's MagneTar team is seeking a Software Engineer 2 to join their large-scale Big Data Platform initiative for the Web Experience team. This role focuses on building and maintaining critical infrastructure supporting various open-source Big Data projects including Spark, HDFS, Kafka, Flink, Jupyter Notebook, YARN, and Kubernetes. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with and customize open-source projects at scale, requiring both deep technical expertise and the ability to drive cross-organizational initiatives.

The role demands strong development experience, particularly in big data platforms and system programming. You'll be working in a diverse, multicultural environment that values inclusion and accountability. The team offers significant opportunities for learning and career growth, making it an ideal position for engineers passionate about distributed systems and big data technologies.

As part of Microsoft, one of the world's leading technology companies, you'll have access to comprehensive benefits, including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, and work-life balance provisions. The hybrid work environment (up to 50% work from home) offers flexibility while maintaining collaborative opportunities. The position involves 0-25% travel and operates within Microsoft's Web Experience team, working on critical data infrastructure that impacts millions of users.

The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise in distributed systems and big data technologies with strong communication skills, as the role involves significant cross-team collaboration and the ability to drive large-scale projects. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers looking to make a meaningful impact on large-scale data systems while working with cutting-edge technologies in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.