September 2, 2025

Software Engineer II

Mid • Hybrid • On-site

$100,600 - $199,000/yr

Redmond, WA

Overview

The Linux Systems Group (LSG) within Core OS delivers high-quality Linux platforms that power services and devices across cloud, edge, and client environments. We are seeking a Software Engineer with a passion for Linux and a focus on tools and automation to improve system reliability, performance, and diagnostics in System-on-Chip (SoC) environments.

 

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.

 

We are looking for a Software Engineer II to join the team.  

 

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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years  technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python 
    • OR equivalent experience. 
  • 1 year experience working on Linux systems. 

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 4+ years  technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python 
    • OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years  technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python 
    • OR equivalent experience.
  • Proficient understanding of Linux systems and internals.
  • Experience with build systems, CI/CD pipelines, and test automation.
  • Familiarity with System-on-Chip (SoC) development and validation.
  • Knowledge of cloud technologies and large-scale service operations.
  • Experience with monitoring, observability, and diagnostics frameworks (AI-based preferred).
Software Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $100,600 - $199,000 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 $131,400 - $215,400 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 September 9, 2025 

 

 

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Responsibilities

  • Design and implement tools and frameworks for build systems, testing pipelines, and automation of SoC OS updates.
  • Develop and maintain validation workflows to ensure reliability and stability of Linux-based SoC platforms.
  • Build monitoring solutions and integrate AI-based diagnostics to quickly detect and resolve system issues.
  • Collaborate with hardware and platform teams to push the boundaries of next-generation SoC and large-scale deployments.
  • Support live service operations on a rotational, on-call basis to address urgent issues.
  • Embody and promote our culture and values in all aspects of work.
  • Embody our culture and values.