Senior Software Engineer

Microsoft • Redmond, WA

20d • $119,800 - $261,000

About The Position

We are hiring a Senior Software Engineer for the “Windows in the Cloud” engineering team, where we build beautiful client applications and delightful experiences used by more than millions people every day to access Windows as a remote desktop. Our vision is to deliver the best expression of Windows from any client, any OS, and any form factor, from the Windows App (Windows App documentation - Windows App | Microsoft Learn), the single unified client for Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, and remote PCs, to immersive cloud experiences like Windows 365 Boot, Windows 365 Link, and Windows 365 Switch. The Windows App is entering its most exciting chapter yet. As Microsoft brings Windows into the cloud and AI into everything, the Windows App is becoming the surface where people and, increasingly, AI agents connect to a Cloud PC. With Windows 365 for Agents, the Cloud PC is now the secure, IT-managed environment where AI agents perform real work in genuine desktop and browser environments. This role sits at the center of that shift. 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.

Requirements

• 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++, or C# OR equivalent experience.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C++, or C# OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience.
• Expertise in Windows platform development: COM, WinRT, NT Services, core Windows OS APIs and modern UI frameworks such as WinUI
• Expertise in identity and authentication for client applications like Microsoft Entra ID, MSAL, and Web Account Manager (WAM)
• Experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and remote desktop protocols (e.g., RDP) is a plus.
• Proven ability to lead the architecture, design, and delivery of large-scale client applications, with deep expertise in building performant, reliable, secure, and accessible user experiences that operate at global scale.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging and championing AI-assisted software development, including modern AI tools and workflows for coding, testing, debugging, and design, while maintaining high standards for security, code quality, responsible AI, and maintainability.
• Proven track record of mentoring engineers and, driving engineering best practices, fostering innovation, and cultivating a culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and operational rigor.

Responsibilities

• Design and ship new Windows App and Windows 365 Cloud PC features, with a focus on seamless integration with OS platform capabilities for WIndows Client.
• Build the client experiences that make the Cloud PC the best place to run AI agents including agentic and computer-use scenarios, in-app AI assistance, and intelligent connection and troubleshooting experiences.
• Provide architectural leadership for secure, distributed, scalable, and resilient client applications and services built with modern technologies such as C#, C++, TypeScript, WinUI, and WebView2.
• Champion AI-assisted engineering, use modern AI developer tools for coding, debugging, testing, and design, and help the team adopt these workflows while upholding secure engineering and Responsible AI practices.
• Drive reliability through telemetry-driven development, live-site monitoring, and rapid incident response, owning critical areas of the client architecture.
• Collaborate across organizations with partner teams such as Windows, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, and Identity to deliver cohesive end-to-end solutions.
• Mentor engineers across the team, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior