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Join the Windows Cloud Experiences team and be at the forefront of redefining how people connect to their Windows environments, anytime, anywhere, from any device. We’re building the next-generation remote desktop experience for Windows. Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop are fundamentally changing the nature of personal computing, pushing technology in the cloud to make remote experiences better, more secure, and easier to manage than local. As part of the Windows + Devices organization, our team thrives on innovation, fast iteration, and a deep commitment to delivering delightful, high-performance solutions to millions of users. We’re a collaborative, high-energy group that values curiosity, craftsmanship, and a growth mindset. We’re looking for bold, creative engineers to help us push the boundaries of what’s possible. We’re seeking a Software Engineer II who’s excited to explore new technologies, write elegant and robust code, and drive engineering excellence across the stack. In this role, you’ll contribute to rapid, iterative releases and have the opportunity to innovate across multiple areas of our products, from front-end user experiences to Cloud Native micro-services. 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.
Job Responsibility:
Designing and implementing Windows Cloud Experience features that enhance Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop, with a focus on scalability, reliability, and performance
Driving innovation across the stack, including areas such as front-end UX and back-end services, Graph API, authentication, telemetry, and data analytics
Collaborating with cross-functional teams across engineering, product, and design to deliver end-to-end scenarios that meet customer needs
Executing the full software development lifecycle from architecture and implementation to deployment and live service operations—with accountability for service quality and resilience
Engaging with internal stakeholders and customers to gather feedback, address technical challenges, and continuously improve Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop product experience
Participating in engineering excellence initiatives, including code reviews, architecture discussions, and process improvements
Upholding high standards of craftsmanship, ensuring that solutions are robust, maintainable, and aligned with security and compliance principles such as Zero Trust
Solving complex technical problems and contributing to a culture of curiosity, agility, and continuous learning
Requirements:
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++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience
Hands-on experience with modern development languages such as C#, Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or equivalent
Excellent technical design and troubleshooting skills in both front-end and back-end
Fluent English communication skills
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role
This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter
Nice to have:
Practical experience with cloud platforms or distributed systems
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, and agile software development methodologies
Familiarity with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solutions is a plus
Solid understanding of security principles and experience implementing with them
A growth mindset with a commitment to continuous learning, mentoring, and contributing to engineering excellence
Experience of collaborating across teams to deliver integrated, high-impact solutions