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This role pays more than
74%
of similar roles. Most pay
$149,500–$178,175
— the blue band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$177k
versus about
$164k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
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
694 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$119,800–$234,700
across 651 roles with salary data.
The Senior Software Engineer joins the Microsoft Devices Operations team to develop and operate next-generation services that manage the movement of Surface and Xbox products from the factory floor through global transit networks to customers. This role involves leading high-quality coding practices, owning complex system designs, and ensuring secure, scalable deployments. Key responsibilities include leveraging AI across the Software Development Lifecycle, performing root cause analysis using telemetry, and driving CI/CD automation. The candidate must demonstrate proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python. The work focuses on solving technical challenges within the supply chain and manufacturing process to ensure reliable product delivery while maintaining strict adherence to security, privacy, and compliance standards across all engineering outcomes.
What does a Software Engineer earn?
Median $197400 from 2576 postings across 150 companies.
Leverage AI across the Software Development Lifecycle to ensure secure, scalable, and maintainable code.
Perform code reviews and testing to uphold high-quality coding practices.
Use telemetry and root cause analysis to proactively prevent issues and drive incident resolution.
Own and influence complex system designs while balancing performance, scalability, and cost.
Drive automation, CI/CD, and safe deployments while ensuring adherence to security and privacy standards.
Partner cross-functionally to deliver end-to-end solutions and incorporate customer insights.
Continuously improve systems, processes, and engineering outcomes.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field and 4+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages like C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python.
Equivalent experience to the Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years of technical engineering experience is accepted.
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements.
Must pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire and every two years thereafter.
Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field and 6+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages like C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python (preferred).
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field and 8+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages like C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python (preferred).
Equivalent experience to the preferred Master's or Bachelor's degree and years of experience requirements (preferred).
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