Software Engineer II at Microsoft

Hyderabad, Telangana, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Java, Kotlin, C++, Mobile Development, Android, Performance Tuning, Code Reviews, Debugging, Continuous Integration, Deployment Pipelines, Analytical Problem Solving, Collaboration, User Experience, AI-driven Innovation, Accessibility, Localization

Industry

Software Development

Description

Overview The Office Android Shared Team powers the shared components and experiences across Word, Excel, and PowerPoint on Android. We focus on delivering best-in-class UX, enabling next-gen collaboration, and ensuring business-critical fundamentals—all while driving engagement for millions of users. This role offers the opportunity to build high-performance, scalable, and user-friendly features, improve core fundamentals, integrate the latest mobile trends, and bring AI-driven innovation to the Office suite. As a Software Engineer II, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless productivity experiences on a global scale. If you're passionate about mobile innovation and making a real impact, let’s connect! 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 Design, develop, and maintain features for the Office Android Suite of Applications using Java, Kotlin, and C++. Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and implement solutions that meet user needs. Optimize application performance and memory usage across a wide range of Android devices. Participate in code reviews, debugging, and triaging issues. Contribute to continuous integration and deployment pipelines. Engineer features with strong attention to quality, performance, robustness, and resource usage. Work independently and collaboratively within and across product teams (across global development centres). Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience. Proven skill in designing large features or a small product. Fast learner with good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Solid in analytical problem solving and good fundamentals in CS. Passion for learning new skills with the ability to thrive in a feedback-driven environment. 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, 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. 2+ years of demonstrated experience in mobile development (Android / iOS). Experience with JNI and integrating native C++ code in Android apps. Knowledge of accessibility, localization, and internationalization practices. Previous experience with large-scale mobile applications. Solid understanding of Android SDK, NDK, UI frameworks, and performance tuning. Having a background or early exposure to experimentation and data science. 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

Design, develop, and maintain features for the Office Android Suite of Applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize application performance and contribute to continuous integration and deployment pipelines.