Software Engineer II - Azure Resource Graph

Azure Resource Graph (ARG) is a core service within Azure's Control plane that organizes and manages cloud inventory at planet-scale. As a Software Engineer II, you'll be working on a system that processes over 6.5 billion cloud resources daily, enabling customers to organize, govern, secure, and explore their Azure environments efficiently.

The role involves end-to-end feature ownership, from design through implementation to testing and deployment. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies including AI/ML applications, distributed systems, and large-scale storage systems. The position offers significant technical challenges in handling massive scale while maintaining performance and reliability.

The team's mission is to make cloud inventory accessible to every Azure customer through scalable and performant tools. You'll be contributing to core functionality that powers critical Azure experiences including Azure Portal, Azure Market Place, and Search capabilities.

Key responsibilities include designing user requirements, developing scalable code, contributing to system architecture, and participating in on-call rotations as a Designated Responsible Individual (DRI). The role requires strong technical skills in distributed systems, cloud computing, and modern software development practices.

Microsoft offers comprehensive benefits including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, savings plans, and generous parental leave. The company culture emphasizes growth mindset, innovation, and collaboration, making it an ideal environment for professional development.

This position offers significant impact potential, working on services that are fundamental to Azure's operation and used by customers worldwide. The role combines technical depth with business impact, as ARG's services are critical to how customers manage and understand their cloud resources.

The compensation is competitive, with a base salary range of $100,600 - $199,000 (higher in SF and NYC areas), plus additional benefits and compensation packages. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about cloud computing, distributed systems, and building services that operate at global scale.