This role pays more than
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of similar roles. Most pay
$134,312–$177,250
— the shaded band above.
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$152k
versus about
$156k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 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
598 open roles
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Listed pay typically runs
$119,800–$234,700
across 586 roles with salary data.
As a Software Engineer II on the Windows Compatibility team, you will develop tools, automation frameworks, and infrastructure to identify and resolve compatibility issues before they impact customers. You will build data-driven solutions, enhance test authoring experiences using AI technologies, and modernize engineering tools while ensuring reliable coverage across various devices and architectures. The role involves performing root cause analysis on complex problems involving operating systems, cloud technologies, and emerging platforms. To succeed, you must be proficient in coding with languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python. You will collaborate with internal teams to solve technical challenges related to Windows evolution and platform innovations. This role focuses on the critical business problem of maintaining application compatibility as Windows integrates new features like AI-powered experiences across a diverse range of hardware environments.
What does a Software Engineer earn in Washington?
Median $202800 from 326 postings across 28 companies.
Develop tools, automation frameworks, and infrastructure to identify regressions and improve compatibility coverage.
Design and implement scalable solutions for compatibility validation and new Windows platform scenarios.
Build AI-powered solutions and leverage emerging technologies to enhance test authoring experiences.
Modernize engineering tools by applying secure, reliable, and maintainable software practices.
Perform root cause analysis on complex compatibility issues to improve the customer experience.
Develop data-driven solutions using automation and advanced analytics to solve technical challenges.
Solve problems across operating systems, cloud technologies, and emerging hardware platforms.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field and 2+ years of engineering experience with coding in languages like C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python.
Master's Degree in Computer Science or related field and 3+ years of engineering experience with coding in C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python.
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field and 5+ years of engineering experience with coding in C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python.
At least 2 years of industry experience designing, building, testing, and shipping software.
Experience working with and building AI solutions is highly desired.
Ability to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check every two years.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to deal with ambiguity comfortably.
C
C++
C#
Java
JavaScript
Python
Windows
Generative AI
Telemetry
Logging
Tracing
Device Orchestration
Firmware
System Internals
Test Automation
Data Engineering