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Software Engineer II - CTJ - Poly

Microsoft is a global technology company whose mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.
$98,300 - $193,200
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud
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Description For Software Engineer II - CTJ - Poly

Microsoft is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their Cloud+AI Azure SQL team in a role that combines cutting-edge cloud technology with high-security requirements. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on core Azure SQL products used by Microsoft's worldwide customer base, including Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, and Database Migration Service.

The role requires working in an air-gapped environment, developing features and improvements for Azure SQL services while meeting stringent security requirements for both public and private sector customers. You'll be part of a team enabling Azure services consumption in highly regulated industries, requiring careful attention to security policies and assurance requirements.

Key responsibilities include developing standardized, scalable solutions, improving test coverage, implementing integration tests, and maintaining live service operations. You'll work with distributed systems, contribute to automation efforts, and drive improvements through data analytics and telemetry.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $98,300 - $193,200 (higher in SF Bay Area and NYC), along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. This is a hybrid role with up to 50% work from home flexibility and 0-25% travel requirements.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of technical engineering experience, strong coding skills in languages like C++, Java, or Python, and experience with cloud services and distributed systems. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field is required, along with an active U.S. Government Top Secret Clearance with SCI access.

This role presents an excellent opportunity for growth at Microsoft, where you'll work with talented engineers, tackle complex technical challenges, and contribute to products used by billions of people worldwide. The company's culture emphasizes growth mindset, innovation, and collaboration, making it an ideal environment for professional development.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship, ability to maintain security clearances, and passing Microsoft Cloud background checks. Experience with Kubernetes, cloud platforms, and large-scale distributed systems is highly valued.

Last updated 15 days ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineer II - CTJ - Poly

  • Develop features and improvements for Azure SQL products
  • Deploy and operate Azure SQL services in air-gapped environments
  • Develop standardized, scalable solutions to guarantee quality
  • Ensure services are secure, reliable, diagnosable, and monitored
  • Improve test coverage and implement integration tests
  • Contribute to automation of production and deployment
  • Maintain operations of live service on rotational on-call basis
  • Analyze data metrics and drive improvements through telemetry
  • Respond to incidents within SLA timeframe

Requirements For Software Engineer II - CTJ - Poly

Kubernetes
Java
JavaScript
Python
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience
  • Active U.S. Government Top Secret Clearance with access to SCI based on SSBI with Polygraph
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Must pass Microsoft Cloud background check
  • Experience with coding in C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python

Benefits For Software Engineer II - CTJ - Poly

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
401k
  • 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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