This role pays less than
76%
of similar roles. Most pay
$155,000–$207,350
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$152k
versus about
$181k
for comparable roles.
Based on 238 similar postings.
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About Microsoft
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
Microsoft currently has
1103 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$119,800–$234,700
across 985 roles with salary data.
Join Microsoft Edge as a Software Engineer II and contribute to shaping the future of browser performance. You will own outcomes for major subsystems, ensuring that millions of users experience fast, responsive, and reliable browsing daily. Your responsibilities include leading architectural evolution, modernizing legacy codebases, and establishing clear performance patterns. Day-to-day, you’ll work hands-on with real user data to drive deep improvements in navigation, input responsiveness, startup times, and overall interaction quality. You will also advance tooling and automation to prevent regressions before they impact users. The role requires expertise in languages such as C++, Rust, or JavaScript, and experience designing large-scale software with measurable performance benefits. This position offers the opportunity to influence technical direction through cross-team collaboration and reviews, ensuring performance remains a top priority across Edge’s expanding feature set.