Requirements
Must have:
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent experience - 4+ years technical engineering experience coding in languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python - Ability to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire and every two years thereafter - Masters Degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience preferred - 6+ years experience as a professional software developer preferred - Experience in building high-performance, multi-threaded, distributed systems, preferably in a Linux environment - Knowledge of optimization techniques and architecture patterns, including service-oriented architecture (SOA) - Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and time complexity
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify user needs for various features - Contribute to feature documentation and design processes with minimal supervision - Write and implement code for products, services, or features, reusing existing code where applicable - Assist in decomposing larger tasks into smaller, manageable ones while providing estimations - Serve as a designated responsible individual (DRI) to monitor system performance and authorize service restoration for minor issues - Stay current with industry trends and advancements to enhance product availability, reliability, and performance - Mentor junior engineers, sharing best practices in software development
Company:
We are Microsoft, a leading global technology company committed to empowering every individual and organization to achieve more. Our Monetize Platform is designed to create a transparent and effective digital marketplace, connecting marketers with consumers across a multitude of websites and applications. We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to be part of our Auction Logic team, where you will contribute to building and optimizing our real-time advertising technology solutions. This role offers a dynamic working environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to innovate in a collaborative culture that values diversity and inclusion. We anticipate a hybrid work model, with employees expected to work from the office four days a week starting January 26, 2026.
