Software Engineer 2

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Microsoft 365 (M365) is a leading provider of modern workspace cloud services, enhancing communication, collaboration, and productivity. It is trusted by hundreds of millions of organizations globally, including those in sovereign clouds. A vital component of this system is the M365 directory service, which offers top-tier identity services to millions of organizations and billions of users, processing trillions of requests daily.

The M365 Directory team is tasked with the development and maintenance of the M365 directory service, covering the entire spectrum of the cloud service tech stack from bottom to top. This includes distributed persistent storage, local and cloud-based caching, API access, data synchronization and relocation, among others. We are currently investing heavily in modernizing our entire technical stack, embracing a range of exciting new technologies. We are ready to take on the challenges that come our way, with the aim of building the largest and most efficient directory service in the world.

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++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
  • OR equivalent experience.
• Ability to communicate technical details clearly in English.

Other Requirements:

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements 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:

• Solid problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively.
  
• Excellent data analysis skills, with a passion for product quality, performance, and engineering excellence.
  
• Exceptional learning, collaboration, and innovation skills, along with the ability to take responsibility and solve problems independently.
  
• Experience with cloud systems.

#M365CORE

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, with a focus on performance efficiency and system design.

More specifically:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software for our cloud system.
  
• Collaborate with peer teams in different regions to ensure seamless integration of new features and improvements.
  
• Bring innovative ideas to the table to improve system performance and functionality.
  
• Participate in code reviews to maintain high development standards.
  
• Continuously learn and stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.