The Microsoft Defender engineering team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop and deliver cloud security solutions. This role involves building scalable and reliable services to protect against evolving cyber threats. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative environment, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance security in government settings. Microsoft values a culture of inclusion and innovation, aiming to empower individuals and organizations globally.

• 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.
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret Clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) based on a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with Polygraph.
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements pre-offer and post-hire.

• Build and improve services to be scalable and highly reliable.
• Help deliver and improve engineering systems and practices for complex cloud environments.
• Contribute to design and automate service scale features and customer requirements.
• Investigate pre-production and production issues, implement, and deploy fixes.
• Participate in an on-call rotation within a secure facility.

• 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.