Senior Software Engineer

Join Mojang Studios, the creators of Minecraft, in their mission to build a better world through the power of play. As a Senior Software Engineer on the Minecraft: Education Edition team, you'll be part of an ambitious effort to empower teachers and students through educational gaming.

The role combines technical excellence with educational impact, requiring expertise in cross-platform development and a passion for creating tools that enhance learning. You'll work on a product used by millions globally, contributing to a platform that makes education more engaging and accessible.

Working in an agile environment, you'll lead technical initiatives from design through delivery, optimize code performance, and drive engineering best practices. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with 50% work from home flexibility and minimal travel requirements (0-25%).

Microsoft offers comprehensive benefits including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, investment options, and generous parental leave. The compensation is competitive, with a base salary range of $117,200 - $229,200 USD (higher in SF Bay Area and NYC).

This is an opportunity to impact education globally while working with cutting-edge technology at one of the world's leading gaming studios. You'll be part of a diverse, passionate team committed to making learning more engaging through the power of Minecraft.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical skills in languages like C++, Java, and Python with an understanding of educational technology. You'll need to be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to collaborate effectively across disciplines to create features that serve both educational and entertainment purposes.