Senior Software Engineer at Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Mar, 26

Salary

234700.0

Posted On

09 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

C#, Python, Cloud-Native Technologies, Data Mining, Inference Generation, Semantic Enrichment, Software Architecture, Design Patterns, AI Engineering, Distributed Systems, Cloud Platforms, Azure, Agile Methodologies, DevOps Practices, Code Reviews, Mentoring

Industry

Software Development

Description

Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our team. This role involves designing and building scalable backend systems, driving architectural decisions, and collaborating across teams to deliver high-impact solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise, solid problem-solving skills, and a passion for innovation. 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. Starting January 26, 2026, MAI employees are expected to work from a designated Microsoft office at least four days a week if they live within 50 miles (U.S.) or 25 miles (non-U.S., country-specific) of that location. This expectation is subject to local law and may vary by jurisdiction. Responsibilities - Lead the development of backend pipelines and services using C# and Python, and cloud-native technologies. - Architect and implement scalable systems for data mining, inference generation, and semantic enrichment. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and researchers. - Drive engineering best practices and mentor engineers. - Contribute to product vision and roadmap through technical leadership. - Ensure high performance, reliability, and maintainability of software systems. - Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and sprint planning. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages C# and/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 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C# and/or Python OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to C# and/or Python OR equivalent experience. 5+ years of professional software development experience. 4+ years of demonstrated understanding of software architecture and design patterns. 1+ years of experience in AI engineering, and optimizing the efficiency of LLM solutions. 1+ years experience with distributed systems and cloud platforms. Experience with Azure preferred. Experience with semantic data pipelines, ML model integration, or UX development. Familiarity with tools like Aether, Cosmos DB, Object Store, and XAP. Contributions to open-source projects or published research. Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices. #MicrosoftAI #BING Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 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 $158,400 - $258,000 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.

Responsibilities

The Senior Software Engineer will lead the development of backend pipelines and services, architect scalable systems, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. They will also drive engineering best practices and contribute to the product vision and roadmap.