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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Software Engineer - **Company:** Microsoft - **Location:** Jessup, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $119,800.0 - $261,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Mobile Application Development, Cloud Computing, Software Quality, Code Review, Data Visualization, Distributed Systems, Revision Control Systems, Python (Programming Language), Power BI, Kusto Query Language, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Cloud Platform System, Reliability of Systems, Git, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Azure Synapse Analytics, Data Pipelines, Serverless Computing - **Published:** July 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=35d30cb7d7a5cadf ## About the Role * 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 equivalent experience. * Active TS/SCI security clearance (or ability to obtain and maintain one, as applicable). 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., * Experience developing software solutions using C# and/or Python, with familiarity in source control systems (Git), data pipelines, and visualization tools such as Power BI. * Experience with Azure Functions, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Kusto Query Language (KQL) for cloud-based application development and data analytics. * Effective communication skills and a proven ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams. * Experience with or familiarity with Azure cloud services and modern cloud-native development practices. * Understanding of secure software design principles and best practices. * Experience building and supporting distributed, scalable systems in cloud environments. #CSCP #CSCPJobs Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 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 $160,200 - $261,000 per year. ## Description * Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve data quality and system reliability issues through root cause analysis and scalable solutions. * Design, build, and maintain scalable, reliable software systems that improve operational efficiency and support production workloads. * Develop and integrate software components into distributed systems, solving complex technical challenges and delivering reliable end-to-end solutions. * Participate in code reviews and implement unit, integration, and end-to-end testing practices to ensure software quality, reliability, and maintainability. * Drive continuous improvement of existing systems and deliver new features and capabilities that address evolving customer, business, and technical requirements. * Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders to drive alignment, deliver solutions, and achieve project objectives. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Are Code Reviews Worth It? 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