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Software Engineer II

Microsoft · Redmond, WA, US

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Pay
$102,100 – $202,200 a year
Level
Entry level
Experience
2+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Posted
Oct 16, 2026
Last confirmed open
Oct 17, 2026

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About this role

Overview We are on an exciting path to create something entirely new, and we are searching for forward-thinking individuals to join our team. Dive into a project that is not just about building but about pioneering solutions with the power of AI at its core. Our mission?

To empower users like never before, enabling them to achieve unprecedented levels of productivity and creativity with their content and tools across the M365 suite.

As part of our team, you will have the unique opportunity to leverage innovative AI technologies to enhance how users interact with their digital environment, making every task simpler, faster, and more intuitive. Whether it is through developing smarter ways to work or creating more personalized user experiences, your work will directly contribute to redefining what is possible in the workplace and beyond.

We are looking for a Software Engineer II with frontend, backend, or full-stack experience. Candidates should understand that building the right product requires more than just excellent code. We want open-minded engineers who have a steady focus on delivering the right solution for our users.

When in doubt, the answer is to build it and try it.

In this role you will build and ship services using industry best practices. You will work with cross functional teams in delivering great products for users.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the definition of key scenarios, use cases, and end-user experiences.
  • Design, implement and refine chosen solutions in close partnership with product management, design, and partner teams.
  • Identify hard problems, evaluate the pros/cons of practical solutions, and drive decision making.
  • Become part of a talented team that values diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds and be a role model for an open, honest, and inclusive approach to solving problems.
  • Leverage others to drive clarity and empower yourself to keep moving forward.

Required Qualifications

  • 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++, C#, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript or Python
  • OR equivalent experience.

Other Requirements

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 Qualifications

  • 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,TypeScript 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, TypeScript or Python
  • OR equivalent experience.
  • Experience in designing, architecting, and driving the development of large features or functionality.
  • Experience building applications on top of large language models (LLMs).
  • Ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines.
  • Experience with customer-focused innovation.

Software Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $102,100 - $202,200 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $133,800 - $219,200 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:

https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.

If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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