Senior Software Engineer

  
Our team is the client team that develops the Authentication stack for the Teams client across all popular platforms. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align authentication strategies with business goals and drive continuous improvement in authentication processes.
  
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with full stack experience for Microsoft Teams. You will play a vital role in ensuring the security and integrity of our platform. Your primary responsibility will be to develop, implement, and maintain authentication mechanisms for our client applications, ensuring a seamless and secure user experience. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design and integrate authentication solutions that meet the evolving needs of our users and adhere to industry best practices.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, React or AngularJS, Node.Js, Typescript, HTML, CSS, or Python
  • OR equivalent experience.
• 3+ years experience in data structures, algorithms and other Computer Science fundamentals. 

Other Requirements:

Ability 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 thereafter.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with identity management platforms such as Azure Active Directory (AAD) and familiarity with cloud technologies (e.g., Azure).
• 3+ years experience in software engineering with a focus on authentication and security.
• Proven experience in problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  
• Collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $117,200 - $229,200 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $153,600 - $250,200 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until February 10, 2025.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.

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• Develop and maintain authentication mechanisms for Microsoft Teams client applications across various platforms (Web, Windows, macOS).
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and sprint planning sessions to ensure the quality and reliability of authentication solutions.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other stakeholders to prioritize authentication initiatives and align them with overall product goals.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code while adhering to coding standards and best practices.