This role pays less than
55%
of similar roles. Most pay
$137,500–$180,250
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$152k
versus about
$159k
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
598 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$119,800–$234,700
across 586 roles with salary data.
Software Engineer
The Software Engineer joins the Immersion Systems team to enhance the animation system for Minecraft. Working in Redmond, this individual will partner with peers across development, design, product, and quality disciplines to architect and build powerful new features that improve how creators prototype game animations and experience immersive gameplay. Day-to-day responsibilities include evaluating requirements, designing solutions, estimating development, and integrating high-quality code into the game across dozens of platforms. The role requires proficiency in C, C++, C#, or Java, with a preference for cross-platform C++ experience. Ideal candidates possess expertise in skeletal animation keyframe blending, resolving animation trees, writing IK solvers, or working with production systems like Unreal Engine, Unity, or Godot. This position focuses on solving technical challenges related to core game technologies and creating more accessible tools for content creators.
What does a Software Engineer earn in Washington?
Median $202800 from 326 postings across 28 companies.
LabVIEW
C++
Python
National Instruments
cDAQ
cRIO
PXI
Data Acquisition
Distributed Systems
Network Communication
Unit Testing
Performance Optimization
Debugging