Software Engineer II at Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

199000.0

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, AI Integration, Machine Learning, Project Management, Collaboration, Communication, Problem Solving, Cloud-Native Applications, Microsoft Graph

Industry

Software Development

Description

Overview Are you passionate about building intelligent, scalable services that redefine how people manage their time and collaborate in a hybrid work environment? Join the Calendar team within Microsoft’s Time + Places organization, where we are reimagining when, where, and how work happens. Our mission is to create a thriving world by reducing cognitive overload and delivering intelligent, meaningful innovation that empowers individuals and organizations to succeed in the hybrid work era. As a Software Engineer II in Calendar, you will contribute to the development of our next-generation scheduling platform, integrating deeply with substrate APIs, Copilot experiences, and other Outlook services. You’ll help deliver modern and intelligent Microsoft Calendar experiences across Monarch and Teams, accelerating innovation and creating a funnel for premium value through Places and Copilot. This role offers the opportunity to work on critical backend services that support millions of users daily, while also shaping the future of hybrid work through AI-powered scheduling, asynchronous collaboration, and location-aware coordination. You’ll be part of a team that values craftsmanship, reliability, and user impact—building services that help people reclaim their time, connect meaningfully, and achieve more together. Passion for user experience, product craftsmanship, and solving real-world problems 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 Integrate personal and organizational time/location data into the M365 graph to power Copilot and agent-based assistance. Collaborate with product managers, designers, and partner teams to define user requirements and deliver intelligent scheduling solutions that support hybrid work coordination. Contributes to the identification of dependencies, and the development of design documents for a product area with little oversight as well as break down larger work items into smaller work items and provides estimation. Act as a Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) working on-call to monitor system/product feature/service for degradation, downtime, or interruptions and gains approval to restore system/product/service for simple problems. Stay current with emerging technologies and AI advancements to deliver transformative Copilot experiences that support calendar planning. Design and implement scalable backend services that power Microsoft Calendar experiences across Monarch and Teams, integrating deeply with substrate APIs, Copilot, and Places. Drive architectural decisions and engineering excellence to ensure high reliability, performance, and security in alignment with Microsoft’s Secure Future Initiative (SFI). Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and agile planning processes. Qualifications 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, or Python OR equivalent experience. 1+ year(s) of experience in data analysis and business intelligence, including dashboard creation and trend interpretation. 1+ years() of experience working with AI integration or machine learning applications in product or business workflows. 2+ years of experience managing complex projects and demonstrated collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. 1+ year(s) translating technical concepts into practical business strategies, with proficient communication and problem-solving skills supported by a proven track record. 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, 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. 5+ years of experience in software development using modern technologies such as C#, .NET, TypeScript, and building cloud-native applications and services (Azure preferred). Hands-on experience with Microsoft Graph, M365 services, workplace productivity tools, and familiarity with AI/ML concepts, especially in the context of Copilot or agent-based systems. Exposure to hybrid work scenarios, calendar systems, and workplace coordination platforms, with experience leveraging software development assistants/agents for co-development. Software Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $100,600 - $199,000 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 $131,400 - $215,400 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

As a Software Engineer II, you will integrate time/location data into the M365 graph and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver intelligent scheduling solutions. You will also design and implement scalable backend services for Microsoft Calendar experiences.