Software Engineer II - Windows Applications

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Software Engineer II - Windows Applications

In Windows Applications, our focus is on creating seamless and intuitive experiences that connect users with the technology they rely on every day. Our innovations span across multiple devices and platforms, ensuring that users can access their content and applications effortlessly, no matter where they are. To achieve this, we incorporate cutting-edge technologies, inclusive of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, user experience design, and more.

As a Software Engineer II in Windows applications, you will work with a talented team of engineers to design, develop, and optimize Windows applications and operating system components. Your contributions will enable users to interact with their devices more effectively and efficiently.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C++, C# , Java, Swift or Kotlin
  
  • OR equivalent experience
• 2+ years of demonstrated industry experience in software development
• Demonstrated Industry experience with Windows development tools and frameworks.
• Demonstrated Industry experience developing applications on Windows or on MacOS/iOS/Android.

Other Requirements

Candidates must be able to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements that are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

• Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to C++, C# , Java, Swift or Kotlin

o OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C++, C# , Java, Swift or Kotlin

o OR equivalent experience.

• 3+ years of demonstrated industry experience working directly with C++, C# or equivalent languages such as Java.
• Experience building and shipping Windows apps is a plus.
• Familiarity with Microsoft technologies is a plus.
• Prior experience supporting model training or fine-tuning workflows in production is a plus.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and implementing new features for several Windows applications and operating system components.

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.

• Optimizing application performance and ensuring high-quality user experiences.

• Identifying and fixing bugs and issues in existing codebases.

• Staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to drive innovation.

• Focus on customer needs through a data driven approach