Software Engineer II

We are part of the Windows Servicing and Delivery (WSD) organization, focused on keeping customers protected and productive through reliable, high-quality Windows updates.

Our team owns the end-to-end servicing workflow — from build start, package creation, validation to delivery. We build core services and automation that power Windows packaging at scale, ensuring consistency, quality, and reliability in every release.

We’re looking for a Software Engineer II passionate about distributed systems, automation, and service reliability. You’ll design and develop scalable services that simplify and strengthen our servicing pipeline reducing manual steps, improving efficiency, and accelerating delivery.

You’ll also participate in our Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) rotation, ensuring high availability and driving continuous improvements in performance and reliability.

If you’re excited about building critical infrastructure that powers how Windows ships to billions of devices, and enjoy solving complex technical challenges with measurable customer impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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 and develop scalable, distributed services.
• Build automation and streamline packaging processes, reduce manual steps, and improve efficiency across the servicing pipeline.
• Operate and maintain core services ensuring high availability, performance, and reliability.
• Participate in the Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) rotation to support service health and drive continuous improvements.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver solutions that accelerate Windows delivery and enhance customer experience.
• Embody the Microsoft culture and values .
  
  

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.
• Experience with distributed systems, cloud services, and automation frameworks.
• Experience with troubleshooting complex technical issues and implement resilient solutions.
• Experience with UI (User Interface) development, including building responsive interfaces and integrating front-end components with backend services.
  

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

• Familiarity with Windows servicing, packaging, or update delivery pipelines.
• Experience with telemetry, monitoring, and performance optimization at scale.
• Familiarity with modern UI (User Interface) frameworks (e.g., Fluent, React, Angular, or similar) and accessibility best practices.
  
  

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

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until October 27, 2025.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, 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 and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.