Microsoft's Windows Servicing and Delivery (WSD) organization is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Autopatch service team. The core mission is to keep customers protected and productive by delivering a seamless and timely servicing experience for Windows users.
As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll lead the design, development, and deployment of highly scalable and reliable software components, drive technical strategy, and build cloud services that operate at high scale and availability. The role involves working with Azure Services and requires expertise in distributed systems design principles, micro-service architecture, and high-availability architectures.
The position offers an opportunity to work with a team of highly motivated and talented individuals, valuing passion, creativity, agility, accountability, and continuous learning. You'll be responsible for participating in an on-call rotation (24/7 for one week every 6-8 weeks) to monitor system health and ensure service reliability.
The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both deep technical expertise and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders. You'll be working on critical infrastructure that impacts Windows users worldwide, making this an impactful position with significant responsibility.
Microsoft offers comprehensive benefits including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, savings and investment options, parental leave, and generous time off. The company maintains a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants.
The position is based in Redmond, WA, with a hybrid work arrangement allowing up to 50% work from home. The compensation is competitive, with a base salary range of $117,200 - $229,200 per year, varying by location and experience. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers looking to make a significant impact while working on large-scale systems at one of the world's leading technology companies.