Microsoft's Viva Engage (formerly Yammer) team is seeking a Backend Software Engineer II to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on developing services that power communication and community-building experiences for millions of users worldwide. You'll work with a modern tech stack including Linux on Azure, GraphQL, various databases (Postgres, CosmosDB, Redis), and container orchestration using Mesos and Kubernetes. The team is at the forefront of AI applications and Copilot adoption, working on challenges like digital safety, security standards, and analytics. You'll be part of a team that deploys code daily, constantly innovating to improve system performance and user experience. The position offers hybrid work flexibility with up to 50% work from home, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to impact how organizations worldwide communicate and collaborate. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about distributed systems, scalability, and building enterprise-grade communication tools.