Software Engineer II

Microsoft's Windows Cloud division is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their Windows 365 Cloud PC (W365) and Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) team, recognized as leaders in the Gartner Magic Quadrant™ for Desktop as a Service (DaaS). This role is crucial in scaling the Windows Cloud platform and taking the Windows 365 Cloud PC and Azure Virtual Desktop business to the next level.

As a Software Engineer II, you'll be responsible for developing solutions that automate complex operational tasks, particularly in system capability deployment across data centers. You'll work on enabling feature teams to increase their deployment velocity while maintaining safety and monitoring capabilities. The role involves analyzing telemetry data for capacity planning, identifying patterns, and implementing automation to manage Windows Cloud services effectively.

The position requires a blend of technical expertise in cloud services, distributed systems, and software development. You'll participate in on-call rotations to handle live site incidents and contribute to preventing future issues through infrastructure and process improvements. The role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technology while delivering business-critical services to enterprise customers.

Working in Microsoft's Redmond, WA office (3 days per week on-site required), you'll be part of a company culture that emphasizes growth mindset, innovation, and collaboration. The role combines technical challenges with business impact, offering competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level software engineer looking to make a significant impact in cloud computing and virtual desktop infrastructure. The position offers exposure to large-scale distributed systems and the chance to work with enterprise-level cloud services that are leading the market in Desktop as a Service solutions.