The Senior Software Engineer role on the Substrate App Platform team focuses on evolving the platform and its supporting microservices for internal Microsoft teams. This position emphasizes building complex systems using simple components efficiently and at scale. The team values diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning, aiming to create an inclusive work environment. The role offers opportunities for problem-solving and engineering skill enhancement while contributing to shared goals.

• 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.
• Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, 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, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience.
• Experience shipping complex, enterprise-scale software with emphasis on reliability, scalability, and maintainability.
• Proficiency in at least one modern front-end framework (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Proficiency in a back-end programming language (e.g., Node.js, C#, Java).
• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Experience with AI/ML concepts and their application in software development.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
• Portfolio or open-source contributions that highlight versatility across technologies, frameworks, or domains.
• Experience with graph database (e.g., Neo4j).

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications across the full stack.
• Identify dependencies and contribute to design documentation with minimal oversight.
• Develop and implement reusable, high-quality code for services and features.
• Lead feature development from concept through launch.
• Break down large work items into smaller tasks and provide accurate estimations.
• Serve as a Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) working on-call to monitor system/product feature/service for degradation, downtime, or interruptions.
• Stay current with technologies to improve reliability, performance, and scalability.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to other team members.

• 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.