Software Engineer II

Global technology company that develops and supports software, consumer electronics, and computing services.
$83,600 - $159,600
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Software Engineer II

Microsoft's Core Operating System (OS) team is seeking a Software Engineer II to work on the OS platform that powers Azure. This role focuses on ensuring the reliability and performance of the Operating System platform supporting core services and virtual machines in Azure. The position involves designing and implementing solutions to improve the OS platform and deliver value to customers. The team is responsible for Microsoft's Linux OS, Windows Client, Xbox platforms, and Windows Server ecosystem, supporting cloud businesses and billions of customers worldwide. The role requires handling live site operations, developing automation solutions, and participating in on-call rotations. The position offers competitive compensation (CAD $83,600 - $159,600), comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment with up to 50% work from home. This is a chance to work on critical infrastructure that underpins Microsoft's global operations and directly impacts customer experience.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineer II

  • Design and develop new automation solutions for incident analysis and hands-off mitigation
  • Collect and analyze data on various metrics to identify key areas to invest engineering opportunities
  • Investigate, diagnose, and mitigate key issues impacting the Operating System (OS) platform
  • Rotation in a live site operations team with a 25% load of on-call duties
  • Supporting Redmond daytime hours, 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM PST
  • Occasional weekend on-call requirements

Requirements For Software Engineer II

Java
JavaScript
Python
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding
  • 2+ years of experience in building and shipping production grade software or services
  • 1+ years of experience supporting production systems in a live site model
  • Must pass Microsoft Cloud Background Check
  • Experience with C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python

Benefits For Software Engineer II

Medical Insurance
Education Budget
Parental Leave
  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Opportunities to network and connect

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