Software Engineering II

Job description

The Visual C++ team delivers modern, AI-powered C++ tools to developers across platforms and industries, focusing on performance and capability.

We provide a complete, first-class C++ development experience in Visual Studio and VS Code.

As we build the future of development platforms and tools, we welcome engineers who embrace AI-powered workflows and explore how large language models (LLMs) can enhance productivity and impact.

Join a team that values collaboration and working better together.

With expanding platform reach and a dynamic competitive landscape, we’re seeking a Software Engineer II to help deliver innovative AI-driven experiences for the growing C++ developer community.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every individual and every organization to achieve more.

We foster a growth mindset, innovate to support others, and collaborate to reach shared goals.

Our culture is built on respect, integrity, and accountability, creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

**Responsibilities**

+ Build Copilot C++ Agentic flows, Copilot C++ Completions, C++ language services, Productivity and Refactoring features, C++ Project and Build System, Scalability and Performance, Local and Remote deployment, and more.

New features typically target all platforms, and we regularly collaborate with GitHub teams developing new Copilot features.
+ Implementing, debugging, and delivering experiences primarily in C, C++.
+ Use multiple technologies including, but not limited to C++ including C#, Python, TypeScript, SQLite and others.
+ Implement cutting edge features for the C++ development experience.
+ Write modern cross-platform code, continuously prototyping and experimenting, and leveraging asynchronous and parallel programming.
+ Embody Microsoft's Culture (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/about/corporate-values) and Values (https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/culture)

**Qualifications**

**Basic 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, TypeScript or Python.

+ OR equivalent experience.

+ 6+ months of experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, or similar) to enhance productivity and code quality.
+ Experience applying AI technologies (such as large language models or code generation tools) in software development workflows, including tasks like static analysis, automated documentation, or test generation.
+ Experience designing complex features.

**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**

+ 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, TypeScript or Python.

+ OR equivalent experience.

+ 1+ years of experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, or similar) to enhance productivity and code quality.
+ 1+ years of experience applying AI technologies (such as large language models or code generation tools) in software development workflows, including tasks like static analysis, automated documentation, or test generation.

Software Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $100,600 - $199,000 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 $131,400 - $215,400 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 posts positions for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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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) .

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