Role Description 

Overview 

Software engineers (SWEs) work with teammates to solve problems and build innovative software solutions. You are passionate about customers and product quality, and you provide technical guidance to Program Managers as they consider user needs and product requirements. You will also be expected to demonstrate an ability to learn and adopt relevant new technologies, tools, methods and processes to leverage in your solutions.   

 
As a SWE, you are dedicated to design, development and testing of next-generation software which will empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more.  

Responsibilities

Responsibilities 

• Applies engineering principles to solve complex problems through sound and creative engineering. 

• Quickly learns new engineering methods and incorporates them into their work processes. 

• Seeks feedback and applies internal or industry best practices to improve their technical solutions. 

• Demonstrates skill in time management and completing software projects in a cooperative team environment. 

Qualifications

Qualifications 

Basic Qualifications 

• Pursuing or have recently completed a bachelor's or master's degree. 

• Your degree is in a technical discipline (for example, science, technology, engineering, maths) or you have a proven strong interest in engineering, technology, or software. 

• A willingness to learn software engineering and solve interesting technical problems. 

  

Visit our Careers FAQ Page to learn more about the interview process and answers to commonly asked questions. 

We are also looking for graduate software engineers who already have programming experience. If that’s you, click here. 

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. 

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