Software Engineer II

Microsoft is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their team building real-time communication media orchestration services. This role focuses on developing and optimizing systems that handle real-time audio streams with high efficiency and low latency. The platform processes near real-time audio streams from multiple participants and interfaces with services to generate live transcriptions, recordings, and biometrics.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $98,300 - $193,200 and includes comprehensive benefits such as industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. Working in a hybrid environment with up to 50% work from home flexibility, you'll be part of Microsoft's mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more.

As a Software Engineer II, you'll work with cutting-edge technologies including C#, .NET Core, and cloud platforms like Azure. The role requires expertise in distributed systems programming and experience with modern development tools like Docker and Kubernetes. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams across time zones, focusing on building scalable, enterprise-grade solutions.

The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of technical engineering experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for high-performance systems. This is an excellent opportunity to work on mission-critical systems used by millions globally while contributing to Microsoft's culture of innovation and growth mindset.