Site Reliability Engineer II - CTJ - Top Secret

Microsoft's Office 365 Enterprise Cloud team is seeking a passionate Site Reliability Engineer II to join their mission-critical government cloud services team. This role sits at the intersection of high-scale services and national security, working with Microsoft's most demanding government customers.

As an SRE II, you'll be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of Office 365 government cloud offerings. The position requires expertise in distributed systems, service reliability, and software development. You'll work on critical infrastructure that powers cloud versions of trusted products like Exchange, SharePoint, and Teams.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical abilities with a security-focused mindset. You'll need an active Top Secret clearance (with willingness to upgrade to TS/SCI with polygraph) and U.S. citizenship due to the sensitive nature of the work. Your responsibilities will span software development, system design, and end-to-end implementation of reliable cloud services.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about both technology and national security. You'll work with cutting-edge cloud technologies while serving crucial government customers. The role offers competitive compensation ($100,600-$199,000 base salary range), comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a real impact on critical infrastructure.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Designing and implementing reliable cloud services for government customers
• Owning deployment, availability, and performance targets
• Proactively identifying and resolving issues through software solutions
• Collaborating across teams to meet stringent requirements
• Driving continuous improvement in service delivery and scalability

Microsoft offers an inclusive culture focused on growth mindset and innovation. You'll join a team of highly skilled engineers working on revolutionary cloud improvements. Benefits include industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, generous time off, and strong support for work-life balance.

The position requires either a Master's degree in Computer Science/IT, a Bachelor's with 1+ years of experience, or 4+ years of relevant technical experience. Strong candidates will have experience with distributed systems, cloud services, and a track record of delivering reliable, secure solutions.

This role represents a unique intersection of cutting-edge technology and national security, offering the chance to work on critical infrastructure while advancing your career at a global technology leader.