Software Engineer II

Microsoft Security is seeking a passionate Software Engineer II to join their Secure Admin Services organization. This role is crucial in delivering high-quality, secure services and products that help make the world safer in an increasingly complex digital threat landscape.

The position sits within the Microsoft Security organization, which is dedicated to protecting users, customers, and developers through end-to-end security solutions. The Secure Admin Services team has a distinguished track record, having won the CSO50 award twice for their work on High-Risk Environments and Secure Admin Workstations.

As a Software Engineer II, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining enterprise-level security and resilience solutions. The role involves working with custom application development, identity and security products/tooling, and infrastructure management. You'll be part of a team that owns the entire stack, including the Secure Admin Workstation product.

The ideal candidate should bring 2+ years of technical engineering experience, with strong coding skills in languages like C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python. You'll need to demonstrate ability in translating business problems into technical solutions while maintaining a strong focus on security and customer experience. The role requires both technical expertise and the ability to collaborate effectively with domain experts, architects, and senior technical & program management teams.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Architecting scalable services with robust unit testing
• Problem-solving at the root cause level
• Staying current with new technical methodologies
• Maintaining and enhancing existing systems
• Early-stage SDLC collaboration with business partners

The position offers competitive compensation ($98,300 - $193,200 base pay range), comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment (up to 50% work from home). You'll be part of Microsoft's mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more, while working in a culture that values growth mindset, innovation, and collaboration.

This role represents an excellent opportunity for a security-minded software engineer who wants to make a significant impact on global digital security while working with cutting-edge technology at enterprise scale.