Join the Microsoft's Update Platform team for the chance to have an impact on billions of customers every day. The Update Platform Team is responsible for ensuring seamless delivery and integration of Windows software updates and always keeping our customers up-to-date and secure. As a key member of this team, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring our software products remain cutting-edge, secure, and high performing. Imagine being part of a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact on the user experience and drive the success of our products. In this exciting role, **Software Engineer II** will work with a diverse group of talented professionals, leveraging the latest technologies and best practices to streamline our update processes. From leveraging the latest technological trends in ML and AI to architecting the next level of scalability of the update pipeline for the ever-increasing demands of our customers, this role is the ideal place to enhance your skill set as you work on hard problems.  If you're passionate about technology, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are eager to make a tangible difference, the Update Platform Team is the perfect place for you. Join us and be part of a team that's shaping the future of software updates! 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. In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day. **Responsibilities** As a **Software Engineer II** on the Update platform team your responsibilities will include designing and implementing new features to support customer requirements as well as continuously improving the quality and reliability of the update stack client code responsible for discovery, installation and lifecycle of updates to the operating system. As part of the Windows Servicing and Delivery (WSD) team you will be part of a fast-paced, world-class team that keeps billions of customers secure and current every day.  + Work with other teams across WSD and Windows to design and build features that enable the most efficient and seamless way to update their components to bring to market the latest in innovation including ML/AI models, Applications and security updates + Design, test and develop these features based on internal and external customer requirements leveraging a fast-paced quarterly planning cycle + Collaborate, innovate and build the next set of internal processes and tools to support fast yet reliable shipping of new code to our validation rings and retail customers + Address security vulnerabilities and at the same time build resilient architecture for your components in today's ever increasing security focused landscape + Monitor monthly retail releases to Windows and diagnose/mitigate/resolve issues expeditiously when they happen + Mentor developers and interns that join the team + Work closely with other software engineers and architects on the team and partner teams around the globe in an inclusive and collaborative environment + **Other** : Embody our Culture  and Values  **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. + Experience with technical abilities around design, coding, rapid prototyping, debugging, and problem solving.    **Other Requirements** Candidates must be able to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements that 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. + Operating System fundamentals background, deployment technology. + Experience in coding, debugging, and problem-solving skills.   + Demonstrated focus for meeting customer needs.   + Contributing to team culture.   + Track record of learning and growing. + Experience with verbal, written and cross group collaboration and communication. Software Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $98,300 - $193,200 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $127,200 - $208,800 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay Microsoft will accept applications for the role until February 12, 2025. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, 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 (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .