The Windows Agents Team at Microsoft is shaping agent‑centric experiences that span Settings, Copilot+ PCs, and entirely new Windows 11 surfaces. This team is re‑imagine the way billions of people interact with Windows through intelligent, local‑model powered agents.  We are hiring a Software Engineer II to be a part of our fast‑moving, high‑ownership group that ships reliable code and delights customers at scale.

As a Software Engineer II, you will design and implement features for conversational and background agents across the Windows stack using C++, C#, Python, and the latest Windows SDKs. You will get the opportunity to work collaboratively with teams across the business including with engineers who built and shipped the first Windows Settings Agent.

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:

Bachelors 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 experience.
Industry experience with .NET 9 APIs (e.g., modern threading) or earlier .NET Core versions AND C#.
Experience building Windows desktop apps with the Windows SDK 10.0.26100 or later.
Experience working within AI/ML agent architectures, tools orchestration, or Copilot‑like experiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors 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, or Python
- OR Masters 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 experience.
Demonstrated foundation in data structures, algorithms, and object‑oriented design principles.
Solid problem‑solving and collaboration skills; comfortable communicating in English across remote and in‑office settings.

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 and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis.

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.

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Design and implement features for conversational and background agents across the Windows stack using C++, C#, Python, and latest Windows SDKs.
Collaborate with Product, Design, and Machine Learning partners to translate user‑centric scenarios into performant code paths and telemetry.
Write clean, maintainable, and test‑driven code; participate in code reviews and adhere to Microsoft secure‑by‑default engineering practices.
Debug live‑site issues as part of a rotating Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) schedule, learning from senior engineers to build operational excellence.
Contribute to automated build/test pipelines targeting .NET 9 and native components, ensuring smooth deployment to Windows Insider and retail rings.