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Software Engineer II

Software Engineer II

Microsoft

2 years

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bengaluru karnataka

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Work Mode

Remote

Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

Software Engineer II

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Date posted

Aug 21, 2025

Job number

1862385

Work site

Up to 50% work from home

Travel

0-25 %

Role type

Individual Contributor

Profession

Software Engineering

Discipline

Software Engineering

Employment type

Full-Time

Overview

The Times product (Time + Places) is a strategic initiative within Microsoft 365 aimed at transforming time management, scheduling, and meeting preparation, this aligns directly with Outlook Bangalore’s priorities of enhancing productivity, reducing meeting fatigue, and empowering executive administrators with intelligent tools.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Backend Software Engineer (SDEII) to join our fast-paced engineering team. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable backend systems that power intelligent productivity experiences across our platforms.

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.

Qualifications

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.
2+ years of working experience in software engineering.
Solid programming skills in languages such as C#, Java, Rust, or C++.
Passionate about developing high-quality code and able to deliver clean and effective designs to solve complex problems.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Result-driven, reliable, and accountable.
Solid communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.

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:

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++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
- 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++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
- OR equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Architect and implement distributed microservices handling billions of interactions daily. Optimize backend systems for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-driven features and modernize legacy systems.
Build and maintain automated pipelines for testing, deployment, and monitoring.
Ensure security and compliance across all backend services.
Contribute to technical documentation, code reviews, and mentorship of junior engineers.
Solid proficiency in C#, Java, C++, Scala, or .NET.
Experience with cloud infrastructure (preferably Azure) and DevOps practices.
Hands-on expertise in Apache Spark, big data processing, and data transformation.
Deep understanding of backend architecture, API design, and system modernization.
Familiarity with security foundations and compliance protocols in cloud environments.

Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.

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Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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