[Remote] Software Engineer II - Azure Resource Graph

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Microsoft is a leading technology company on a mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more. They are seeking a Software Engineer II for Azure Resource Graph, responsible for driving critical initiatives to scale the platform and execute technical designs for high throughput systems. The role involves deep technical knowledge in distributed systems and mentoring junior team members to create clarity and purpose in their mission.ResponsibilitiesDrive few critical initiatives to help platform scale to the needs of growing Azure needsResponsible for the technical design and execution for building the necessary underlying systems to enable high throughput query-ability or high throughput ingestion-services in the platform with ambitious performance goalsSome of the areas in the platform need deeper knowledge in the area of Databases, Stores but it is optional. We believe someone who has proven deep in one computer science domain can replicate the same in other domainsResponsibilities include the blended intersection of distributed systems, programming language runtime internals, optional database internals to build the necessary infrastructure for Azure InventoryResponsibilities will extend developing deep business acumen about AzureYou will create clarity for the team and mentor junior members by creating a sense of purpose on this missionSkillsBachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experienceAbility to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafterMaster's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 5+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience3+ years of experience working knowledge of building a true cloud-scale services, AND in one of the object-oriented programming languages like C#, Java, etc. with optional runtime internals knowledge2+ years of operational experience in running your service in one of the large-scale clouds like Azure, AWS, GCP1+ year(s) of experience in driving designs along with execution and accountability to deliverHas an optional qualification of mentoring interns or early college hires in the team, AND will exercise the power of design patterns when it comes to choices or decisions with practical knowledge of applying these patterns, AND will provide desire and drive for acquiring strong technical knowledge, maintaining data and results-driven culture while closely working with cross function teams for the same connected mission, AND will be a great team player and contributor to an open, honest, and inclusive approach to problem solving accommodating diverse perspectivesBenefitsCertain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-payCompany OverviewMicrosoft is a software corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells a range of software products and services. It was founded in 1975, and is headquartered in Redmond, Washington, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.microsoft.com.Company H1B SponsorshipMicrosoft has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1317 in 2026, 9192 in 2025, 9343 in 2024, 7677 in 2023, 11403 in 2022, 7210 in 2021, 7852 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.