Microsoft's Azure AI Language team is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their innovative team focused on Natural Language Processing (NLP) services. This role involves implementing and optimizing algorithms for language understanding, question answering, and named entity recognition while ensuring scalability and reliability of Azure AI Language services. The position offers a hybrid work environment with up to 50% work from home flexibility and requires 2+ years of experience in software engineering. The team values diversity and inclusion, working towards Microsoft's mission to empower every person and organization globally. The role combines full-stack development, AI implementation, and cloud services, offering competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. This position provides an opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technology while contributing to Microsoft's innovative language processing solutions. The role requires strong technical skills in various programming languages and experience with modern development tools and frameworks, making it an excellent opportunity for engineers interested in AI and cloud technologies.