Microsoft · 1 hour ago
Software Engineering II
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$101K/yr - $199K/yr
2+ years expMicrosoft is a leading technology company that empowers every person and organization on the planet to achieve more. They are seeking a Software Engineer II to design, implement, and strengthen foundational kernel and user-mode components for the Windows Kernel, focusing on resource and lifecycle management in the Azure Cloud and across billions of devices.
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Responsibilities
Implement kernel and user-mode features using clear, robust, maintainable code with appropriate diagnosability. Implement tests for those features
Participate in code reviews and maintain high engineering standards including testing
Investigate and debug complex issues from crash dumps, traces, and live repros
Analyze performance using internal tracing tools and external telemetry
Collaborate with partner teams to turn requirements into concrete designs and tasks
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, C, C++, Rust, C#, or Java
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++, Rust, C#, or Java 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++, Rust, C#, or Java
Benefits
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Company
Microsoft
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