The Applied Sciences Group (ASG) is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop innovative features across Windows and other Microsoft products. This role involves a focus on native-code development, contributing to projects that impact billions of users. ASG is a multidisciplinary team that emphasizes rapid prototyping and user-centered design. Candidates should be excited about working on diverse projects that integrate machine learning and software engineering.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python, OR equivalent experience.
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements.
• Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python, OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python, OR equivalent experience.
• 4+ years developing and debugging production-level native/compiled code.
• 4+ years end-to-end project development experience.
• Experience in designing and implementing User Experiences for Windows and/or Android Apps.
• Experience coding in modern programming languages such as C++, Kotlin or Rust, with a strong understanding of system-level or mobile application development.

• Write correct, efficient, and production-grade native code.
• Design and defend high quality user experiences that delight our customers.
• Be comfortable with a fast-paced environment and a high level of ambiguity.
• Proactively seek new knowledge and adapt to new trends and technical solutions.
• Embody Microsoft and ASG Culture and Values.

• Employees at Microsoft are often offered comprehensive, “world-class” benefits—including health and mental-wellness programs, competitive pay with bonuses and stock awards, and retirement/savings options. Time-off and flexibility are common, with generous vacation and holidays, parental and caregiver leave, and flexible work schedules, alongside learning support, employee resource groups, product discounts, and matching-gifts/volunteering programs. Specific benefits can vary by region.