Software Engineer II (Security)

Microsoft's Red Team Engineering team is seeking a Software Engineer II (Security) to join their security-focused development team. This role is part of Microsoft Security, which aims to make the world safer through end-to-end security solutions. The position focuses on building red team tools, host-based malware, and cloud attack tooling for Microsoft's central red team.

The role combines software engineering expertise with security specialization, requiring skills in malware development and offensive security tooling. You'll work directly with red team operators to develop and maintain critical offensive capabilities while contributing to Microsoft's security mission. The position offers the opportunity to learn from experienced red team tool developers and grow in adversary tooling expertise.

The compensation is competitive, ranging from $98,300 to $193,200 per year across most U.S. locations, with higher ranges for the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area. The role offers remote work flexibility with up to 100% work from home options and requires minimal travel (0-25%).

Microsoft provides comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, parental leave, and investment options. The company culture emphasizes growth mindset, innovation, and collaboration, making it an ideal environment for security professionals looking to make a significant impact in the cybersecurity field.

This position is perfect for candidates with a strong software engineering background who are passionate about security and want to work on cutting-edge offensive security tools while contributing to Microsoft's mission of empowering every person and organization on the planet to achieve more.