Software Engineer II - CTJ - POLY

Microsoft's Defender engineering team is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their cutting-edge cloud security products division. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to work on one of the world's most advanced cyber-security solutions, protecting millions of computers from thousands of active attack attempts monthly.

The position is based in Microsoft's secure government cloud environments, where you'll be instrumental in delivering holistic protection for highly sensitive systems. You'll work with state-of-the-art technologies and be responsible for building and maintaining cloud solutions at a scale few companies can match.

As a Software Engineer II, you'll be part of a team that provides leadership and accountability for application architecture, Cloud design, and Infrastructure development in Sovereign and Government Clouds. The role requires strong collaboration skills, as you'll work closely with various engineering teams to ensure services meet high stability and performance standards.

Key technical aspects include working with Kubernetes, containerization technologies, and various programming languages. You'll be involved in building scalable services, automating features, and participating in an on-call rotation to maintain system reliability.

The position offers competitive compensation ($98,300 - $193,200) and comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. This role requires an active Top Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship, reflecting its importance in Microsoft's government-focused security initiatives.

Join Microsoft's mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more, while working with a team that values growth mindset, innovation, and collaboration. This role presents an unique opportunity to impact national security while working with cutting-edge cloud security technologies.