Software Engineer II, Minecraft

At Mojang Studios, the creators of Minecraft, we are on a mission to build a better world through the power of play.  

The Minecraft Online team is looking for a Software Engineer II to help build the engine and systems that power a diverse set of Minecraft Online Experiences over a dozen platforms. As a Software Engineer in this area, you will define architecture, evaluate requirements, estimate development, and integrate high quality features into our products. You will be responsible for empowering our internal developers and our creator partners to deliver amazing experiences to our players. 

You will work with peers across disciplines (Engineering, Design, Production, and Quality) to build robust features on a predictable schedule. Identifying technological opportunities for improvements will be critical in the success of the role. Successful candidates will be able to collaborate with and guide other engineers to deliver features. 

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

In the end, it’s the people of Mojang Studios that make this place truly special. When you join, you’ll find yourself in the company of incredibly bright, warm, and creative individuals – all united and working toward a single goal. Come help us reach it! 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or related technical discipline AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python 
  • OR equivalent experience 

• 1+ year of experience developing in C++ with an understanding of the architecture of modern game engines (component-based, event-driven, etc.). 

• Experience with designing, programming, and debugging in two or more areas with domain expertise. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master'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 experience. 

• Ability to prototype, iterate, and take initiative to drive progress. 

• Verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on collaboration and inclusivity. 

Software Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $100,600 - $199,000 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 $131,400 - $215,400 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 September 18th, 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.  We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 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.

#mojangjobs #gamingjobs 

• Design solutions for systems which result in simple, extensible, and maintainable high-quality code. 
• Effective communicator who can reach outcomes through collaboration across disciplines. 
• Uses technical knowledge of the product design and code to identify risks and prevent classes of bugs.
• Builds an understanding of customer needs to inform design and implementation decisions.
• Embody our Culture  &  Values