Software Engineer II

Microsoft Security is building a revolutionary exabyte-scale data platform to help enterprises manage and secure their digital estates. As a Software Engineer II in the Security organization, you'll play a crucial role in developing solutions that make the world safer for all.

The platform you'll help build enables organizations to:

• Inventory and map their entire digital estate
• Integrate and normalize security data from disparate sources
• Process data across billions of streams, files, tables, and reports
• Detect patterns and uncover threats using AI and machine learning

You'll be working in a highly collaborative environment, using cutting-edge technologies to build scalable, distributed systems that process massive amounts of security data. The role combines technical excellence with leadership opportunities, as you'll be expected to mentor other engineers and drive projects from conception to delivery.

The position offers competitive compensation ($98,300 - $193,200 base salary range across most U.S. locations, with higher ranges for SF Bay Area and NYC), comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work on technology that impacts billions of users. You'll be part of Microsoft's mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more, working in a culture that embraces growth mindset, innovation, and collaboration.

This hybrid role allows up to 50% work from home, providing flexibility while maintaining team collaboration. You'll be joining a team that's tackling some of the most critical challenges in cybersecurity, helping organizations manage complex security landscapes across on-premises, multi-cloud, and SaaS environments.

The role requires strong technical skills in distributed systems, cloud platforms, and data processing, combined with the ability to lead and mentor others. You'll be at the forefront of security innovation, building solutions that help organizations confidently manage and secure their digital assets in an increasingly complex threat landscape.