Microsoft · 10 hours ago
Software Engineer II
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$101K/yr - $199K/yr
2+ years expMicrosoft has been leading the AI transformation, and they are seeking a Software Engineer II to help deliver seamless, high-quality, and reliable AI powered features and platforms. This role involves writing maintainable code, collaborating with AI experts, and applying modern engineering best practices to build innovative solutions within the Microsoft ecosystem.
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Responsibilities
Write clean, maintainable, well-tested, scalable, reliable, and secure code for new AI-driven features that help agents improve
Contribute to the design, implementation, and iteration of features that propose the agent shape. Surfacing data-driven suggestions for one-click fixes
Collaborate with Applied Science & AI experts to design, build, and deliver cutting-edge generative AI features and transform what it means to build AI-first SaaS
Embrace and apply modern engineering best practices including CI/CD pipelines, observability, and operational excellence to ensure high quality, maintainability, and resilience in production. Apply a variety of tools and technologies to deliver diverse customer experiences
Work across various technologies and platforms, participating in the full software development cycle: brainstorm, prototype, implement, test, and deploy
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to ReactJs, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python + OR equivalent experience
2+ years of software development experience in application or services development on cloud-based platforms or AI-driven systems
1+ year of experience in full understanding of all aspects of the software development process with experience shipping at least one release
1+ years of experience in hands-on experience working with Large Language Models and Generative AI
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter
Preferred
Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 5+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience
Proven experience building AI-centric software and services, with familiarity in AI-based orchestration and solution capabilities
Solid background in developing scalable applications and services on Azure (or other major cloud platforms) with a focus on reliability, resilience, security, and performance
Hands-on experience developing modern applications using React and TypeScript
Ability to deal with ambiguity, deliver in an agile environment, be willing to learn and adopt new technologies/industry trends and have good cross group collaboration skills
Company
Microsoft
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