As a Software Engineer II on the Windows System Health Experiences team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and modernizing core diagnostic tools like Task Manager while also contributing to AI-assisted troubleshooting solutions. Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing and implementing high-quality C++/C# code, collaborating with stakeholders to define requirements, and leveraging AI-native development tools for improved productivity and issue resolution. You will work across both legacy and modernized codebases, ensuring the health of critical services such as Windows Mitigation Service, while participating in on-call rotations and driving operational excellence at scale. This role requires expertise in system programming, debugging with WinDbg, and a strong background in designing complex root-cause solutions for large systems.
Skills
C++
C#
AI-assisted development tools
Windows Debugger (WinDbg)
Unit tests
Automation
Operational excellence
System programming
Reliability engineering
What you'll do
Design and implement high-quality C++/C# code for Windows diagnostic tools.
Develop major features and modernize user experiences in Task Manager.
Contribute to the design of AI-assisted troubleshooting and self-healing solutions.
Execute testing strategies, including unit tests and automation, to ensure robust coverage.
Participate in on-call rotations to monitor system health and diagnose issues.
Improve reliability, efficiency, observability, and performance at scale.
What we're looking for
3+ years of technical engineering experience in software development
Proficiency in C++ and/or C# for code implementation and maintenance
Experience with AI-assisted development tools and practices
Ability to design, implement, and troubleshoot complex system issues
Familiarity with Windows Debugger (WinDbg) for debugging large systems
Strong experience in Windows or systems programming
Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field
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Competitive pay
How this pay compares to similar roles
Similar $172k
This role $152k
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At the midpoint, this role pays about
$152k
versus about
$172k
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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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