Imagine playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI within an ecosystem used by billions. In the Windows AI team, we're engineering groundbreaking solutions that empower people around the globe to achieve more with AI. The Windows AI team is looking for a Senior Software Engineer who thrives on pushing technological boundaries and creating services that resonate on a global scale.

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Windows AI team you will use your background in UX development, expertise in React and keen eye for design to craft rich, immersive experiences for our users, leveraging AI to deliver seamless and intuitive interfaces. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative environment where each project carries the potential to impact millions of users and to integrate seamless, intelligent functionalities into Windows, driving unparalleled user experiences.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Responsibilities

• UX Development:  Design and implement high-quality user interfaces using React, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience.

• AI Integration:  Collaborate with AI engineers to integrate intelligent features into the UI, enhancing functionality and user interaction.

• Consumer Services:  Develop and optimize consumer-facing applications, focusing on performance, usability, and accessibility.

• Design Collaboration:  Work closely with designers to translate design concepts into functional user interfaces, maintaining consistency and visual appeal.

• Code Quality:  Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, following practices and industry standards.

• Performance Optimization:  Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, ensuring the application runs smoothly across various devices and platforms.

• Testing and Debugging:  Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure the reliability and robustness of the application.

• Mentorship:  Provide guidance and mentorship to engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative development environment.

Other

• Embody our Culture (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/about/corporate-values) and Values (https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/culture)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years software engineering experience with a focus on UX development and coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python

• OR equivalent experience.

• Proficiency in the following technical skills and tools: ReAct and JavaScript/TypeScript, modern web technologies (HTML5,CSS3), front-end build tools and workflows (Webpack, Babel, npm/yarn), and version control systems (Git).• Experience in creating visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces and working closely with designers to translate design concepts into functional applications. • Experience developing consumer-facing applications, with a deep understanding of user behavior and needs.

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

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years software engineering experience with a focus on UX development and coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python

• OR equivalent experience.

• Experience with AI and machine learning technologies.

• Knowledge of accessibility standards and practices.

• Familiarity with Windows development environments.

Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $117,200 - $229,200 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 $153,600 - $250,200 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 will accept applications for the role until July 7, 2024.

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) .