Senior Software Engineer--Windows

Are you an experienced software engineer with a passion for Windows? Are you an individual that has a background in successfully launching innovative new apps and experiences? Do you excel in collaborating across design, product management, and data disciplines? Do you thrive on solving complex and ambiguous challenges? If so, come join us!

We are the Windows AI and Inbox Apps (WAIIA) team. Our team is focused on ensuring that Windows users at home, work, and school find it easy to discover and engage with the experiences they need the most and Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) are excited to build Windows experiences because they can innovate, differentiate, and exceed their business goals on Windows.

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.

Responsibilities

You will be a member of a growing Windows Inbox Apps engineering team that puts user and ISV requirements first in order to build a quality, reliable, and accessible native app experience that runs on hundreds of millions of devices.

• Craft highly interactive User Interface based on high fidelity designs.
• Plan, design, develop, test and deliver consumer facing features end to end in collaboration with product managers, designers, and engineers across multiple teams in different continents.
• Follow best practices and improve the fundamentals of the Windows Inbox Apps codebase.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with stakeholders.
• Integrate AI features into the UI to enhance functionality and user interaction.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 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, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
• OR equivalent experience.
• 1+ years of experience with XAML (WinUI/UWP/WPF).
• 1+ years of experience with Windows API (Win32, COM, WinRT, WinAppSDK or DirectX).
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with AI and machine learning technologies.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices.
• Familiarity with Windows development environments.
• Fluency in multithreaded and event-based programming models.
• Experience in architecting, building, and shipping high-scale products with engaging user-experience.
• Interest in mentoring less experienced developers and helping to create a positive team culture.
• Familiarity with Windows Azure technologies is a nice-to-have.
  
  

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