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Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing
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As a Software Engineer II on the Defender Experts Product Unit Team within Microsoft’s Security Division, you will design and implement cloud-based backend services and APIs on Azure to support security detection, investigation, and response workflows. Your day-to-day responsibilities include building AI-powered features using large language models (LLMs), vector stores, and agentic workflows to enhance threat detection and customer outcomes. You will own medium-to-large features end-to-end, collaborating closely with product managers, security researchers, and engineers to deliver reliable, scalable software solutions. The role requires expertise in C, C++, or Java, along with experience in developing cloud-based services and AI-driven systems at scale. Additionally, you should have a background in designing and delivering high-quality production software, as well as hands-on experience with machine learning frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow. This position offers the opportunity to work on innovative AI-powered security solutions that protect enterprise customers from cyber threats.