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Senior Software Engineer

Microsoft

Senior Software Engineer

full-timePosted: Aug 24, 2026Updated: Aug 27, 2026Redmond, WA, US

Job Description

OverviewMicrosoft is a company where passionate innovators come to collaborate, envision what can be and take their careers to levels they cannot achieve anywhere else. This is a world of more possibilities, more innovation, and more openness in a cloud-enabled world. The Copilot, Agents, and Platform (CAP) organization powers mission-critical Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365 services, including BizChat, Work IQ, Agent 365, and the agent runtime for the next era of work. Together, we are building the platform that will power Microsoft's AI experiences for decades to come. We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our team! This is an exciting time to join our group and work on something highly strategic to Microsoft. Microsoft Dataverse is the platform to securely store an enormous amount of data in a cost efficient, scalable and easily manageable way. This team builds a suite of microservices to get near real-time insights over your data. You will be a part of a team of engineers who thrive on solving complex problems at scale while doing it with impeccable quality. 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. ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, test, deploy, maintain, and improve our software components and services.Lead initiatives to deliver complex features, substantially improve product quality, and transform operations within the team.Pioneer the use state-of-the-art new technologies.Lead code reviews to ensure all quality standards are met and by modeling best practices.Work with Product Managers, Architects and UX Designers to design and specify new features from the engineering standpoint.QualificationsRequired 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 PythonOR 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, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or PythonOR 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, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or PythonOR equivalent experience.Deep technical understanding of large software systems, platform engineering, or developer tools.Track record of building and evolving customer feedback programs at scale. Understanding of AI/ML concepts for workflow automation. Collaboration and communication skills.Proven knowledge of cloud technologies (Azure preferred).Experience with large-scale systems and API design.#AGENT365 #CAP 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 $160,200 - $261,000 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-payThis 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.

Locations

  • Redmond, WA, US

Salary

119,800 - 234,700 USD / yearly

Skills Required

  • coding in languages includingintermediate
  • cloud technologiesintermediate
  • large-scale systemsintermediate

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 PythonOR equivalent experience. (experience, 4 years)
  • 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: (experience)
  • Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter. (experience)

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, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or PythonOR 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, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or PythonOR equivalent experience. (experience, 6 years)
  • Deep technical understanding of large software systems, platform engineering, or developer tools. (experience)
  • Track record of building and evolving customer feedback programs at scale. (experience)
  • Understanding of AI/ML concepts for workflow automation. (experience)
  • Collaboration and communication skills. (experience)
  • Proven knowledge of cloud technologies (Azure preferred). (experience)
  • Experience with large-scale systems and API design. (experience)
  • 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 $160,200 - $261,000 per year. (experience)
  • 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 (experience)
  • This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, test, deploy, maintain, and improve our software components and services.
  • Lead initiatives to deliver complex features, substantially improve product quality, and transform operations within the team.
  • Pioneer the use state-of-the-art new technologies.
  • Lead code reviews to ensure all quality standards are met and by modeling best practices.
  • Work with Product Managers, Architects and UX Designers to design and specify new features from the engineering standpoint.
  • Design, implement, test, deploy, maintain, and improve our software components and services.
  • Lead initiatives to deliver complex features, substantially improve product quality, and transform operations within the team.
  • Pioneer the use state-of-the-art new technologies.
  • Lead code reviews to ensure all quality standards are met and by modeling best practices.
  • Work with Product Managers, Architects and UX Designers to design and specify new features from the engineering standpoint.

Benefits

  • general: Flexibility: Balance what matters—your work, your life, and your team—through trust, autonomy, and shared accountability
  • general: Growth: Stretch your skills, expand your impact, and grow with support that meets you where you are
  • general: Wellbeing: Support for your body, mind, and financial future—so you can stay energized and do your best work
  • general: Community PCS: Find your people, build your network, and feel supported every step of the way

Travel Requirements

Less than 25%

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