Software Engineer II - Windows Servicing and Delivery, Shell Team

Join Microsoft's Windows Servicing and Delivery (WSD) organization as a Software Engineer II on the Shell team. WSD's core mission is keeping Microsoft customers protected and productive through the delivery of new innovations and updates. The Shell team plays a crucial role in orchestrating the release of new features and maintaining quality user experience across Windows versions for consumer, enterprise, and Microsoft Cloud customers.

As a Software Engineer II, you'll collaborate directly with product teams and fellow engineers to develop and implement new Windows features. This role offers excellent opportunities for technical skill development, business acumen growth, and career advancement. You'll work on critical systems using technologies like C++, JavaScript, and Win32 APIs, while ensuring robust testing and quality assurance.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $98,300 to $193,200 annually (higher in SF Bay Area and NYC), along with comprehensive benefits including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. You'll be part of Microsoft's inclusive culture where employees embrace a growth mindset and collaborate to achieve shared goals.

Key responsibilities include determining user requirements, contributing to system architecture and design, implementing maintainable code, and establishing testing frameworks. You'll also work on integrating telemetry systems to monitor performance, reliability, and usage patterns.

The role requires 2+ years of technical engineering experience with strong programming skills in languages like C++ and JavaScript. You'll need experience with Win32 APIs and system architecture, plus a track record of successful testing implementation. This hybrid position allows up to 50% work from home with 0-25% travel requirements.

Join Microsoft's mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more while accelerating your own career growth in a collaborative, innovative environment.