Software Engineer-II - Azure Core Storage

Software Engineer-II - Azure Core Storage | Microsoft Careers Skip to main content Microsoft Careers Careers Careers Search Search jobs Sign in Single PositionView All JobsSoftware Engineer-II - Azure Core StorageUnited States, Multiple Locations, Multiple LocationsApply nowAdd to cartFind out how well you match with this jobUpload your resumeJob descriptionCompany and benefitsJob number200044688Date postedJul 22, 2026Work site0 days / week in-office – remoteTravelLess than 25%ProfessionSoftware EngineeringDisciplineSoftware EngineeringRole typeIndividual ContributorEmployment typeFull-TimeOverviewAzure Storage team is chartered with building, managing, and running the persistent cloud storage for Microsoft Azure cloud. We are one of the foundational services in the Azure Cloud and host data from some of the largest companies in the world plus all of Microsoft’s largest online businesses.We are looking for a Software Engineer II who is passionate about building and optimizing a world class distributed file system. The role brings exposure to cutting edge storage, memory, networking, and distributed system technologies, with broad opportunity to influence both the business and the industry as you help build the next generation hyperscale storage system including for new workloads like AI training and inferencing.You would be joining a talented, highly collaborative team, with responsibility for engineering the lowest most fundamental layers of the Azure storage service. You will be working on the next generation storage platform being built on storage servers with Data Processing Units (DPU).  If you love large scale distributed systems, love to work on new projects where you can define the work, scope, direction, and architect new solutions to make an impact on a massive product like Azure Storage, this could be position for you!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.ResponsibilitiesWorks with appropriate stakeholders to determine user requirements for a set of featuresContributes to the identification of dependencies, and the development of design documents for a product area with little oversightCreates and implements code for a product, service, or feature, reusing code as applicableContributes to efforts to break down larger work items into smaller work items and provides estimation.Acts as a Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) working on-call to monitor system/product feature/service for degradation, downtime, or interruptions and gains approval to restore system/product/service for simple problems.Remains current in skills by investing time and effort into staying abreast of current developments that will improve the availability, reliability, efficiency, observability, and performance of products while also driving consistency in monitoring and operations at scaleQualificationsRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's 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++, or JavaOR equivalent experienceOther Requirements: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 thereafterPreferred Qualifications:Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 1+...