Software Engineer II

Security is a top priority for our customers amid digital threats, regulations, and complex environments. Microsoft Security aims to create a safer world with end-to-end, simplified solutions that protect every user, customer, and developer. We strive to secure digital platforms, devices, and clouds in diverse settings, including our own internal systems. Providing peace of mind to our customers with our mobile security solutions is what excites us every day! Our culture promotes growth, excellence, and innovation impacting billions globally. 

Microsoft Defender organisation is rapidly growing, securing people, services, and devices worldwide. Our 'security for all' vision covers the cloud, identities, and services beyond endpoints, even outside the Microsoft Security portfolio.  We're seeking a passionate, customer driven hands on Engineers with experience in Mobile development, cybersecurity and security solutions to develop AI-driven security solutions based on Zero Trust, collaborating with Security Research, UX, and Product management teams. 

Joining Microsoft Security means working with a global team to deliver best-in-class solutions. If you're passionate about tech advancements, love working in teams, and aim to make a big difference for our customers, this role is ideal for you. We're excited to connect with individuals committed to enhancing digital security for over a billion mobile users by creating accessible cybersecurity solutions. 

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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.

• Possesses outstanding communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a diverse team, including Software Engineers, Program Managers, Security Researchers, and Data Scientists. 

• Brings over four years of software engineering experience, with a history of contributing to successful commercial software products and services. Has at least four years of experience in crafting data structures, algorithms, and in executing highly concurrent programming, along with analyzing algorithm complexity. 

• Four or more years of experience in designing user-friendly applications for mobile platforms such as iOS or Android. At least two years of experience in developing an app from the ground up, with a preference for having apps showcased in the App Store. 

• Four-plus years of familiarity with development principles and patterns. 

• Two or more years of experience with Swift and Objective-C focusing on iOS internals, or Java/JNI with iOS and Android internals 

• Solid understanding of Networking fundamentals and VPN internals. 

• Shows a keen interest in learning new technologies and a proactive approach to project completion. 

• Demonstrates excellent debugging and problem-solving capabilities. 

• Experienced in using software development tools, including source control systems like GIT, automated build systems, compilers, software validation systems, and project tracking and lifecycle management systems. 

• Able to work autonomously, managing technical and architectural dependencies effectively. 

• Holds a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science. 

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As a Software Engineer on our team, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design, development, and testing of mobile threat protection solutions. You take pride in engaging in a fast-paced cycle of ideation, creation, and learning, ensuring measurable value growth through the experiences you build. Collaborating under the guidance of a Senior or Principal Software Engineer, you will work closely with Program Managers and other Security Engineering disciplines to deliver core features for our security solutions.

Additionally, as a self-motivated individual, you will be tasked with ensuring code quality and providing thought leadership to drive innovation in our products and engineering practices. 

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