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Software Engineer II
 Microsoft | |
 United States, Washington, Redmond | |
 Aug 22, 2025 | |
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OverviewWe are looking for a Software Engineer II. We are looking for a Software Engineer II to join our team focused on building intelligent, scalable, and secure systems. This role involves designing and implementing AI-enhanced services that support enterprise-scale applications and customer-facing experiences. You will contribute to architecture, development, and optimization of cloud-native solutions, with a strong emphasis on responsible AI practices. 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.
ResponsibilitiesArchitect and develop distributed systems and microservices using modern programming languages and cloud platforms.Integrate AI capabilities such as natural language processing, semantic search, and intelligent agents using frameworks like Azure OpenAI, Semantic Kernel, or equivalent.Drive performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency through telemetry, asynchronous I/O, and system profiling.Ensure robust data validation, schema enforcement, and compliance with privacy and security standards.Collaborate across disciplines to define technical requirements, review designs, and deliver high-quality software.Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering best practices across the team. | |