Software Engineer II - CTJ - TS/SCI

Overview

As a Software Engineer II you will support the design, implementation, and operation of secure, scalable, and automated cloud solutions utilizing Microsoft Azure technologies. Working as part of a DevOps and Cloud Infrastructure team, this role partners with customers, systems integrators, architects, and engineers to modernize infrastructure, automate deployment processes, and accelerate cloud adoption in classified and regulated environments.

The Engineer contributes to cloud platform engineering initiatives through Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD automation, container orchestration, and cloud operations while ensuring solutions align with security, compliance, and operational requirements.

This opportunity will allow you to

Accelerate your career growth by leading complex cloud transformation initiatives.

Hone your skills in cloud-native technologies and secure automation practices.

Develop business acumen by aligning DevOps strategies with customer goals and compliance frameworks.

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

TECHNICAL DELIVERY

• Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Bicep, ARM templates, and Azure-native services.
• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps (ADO).
• Deploy, configure, and support Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and containerized workloads.
• Support cloud migration and infrastructure modernization activities.
• Implement and maintain Azure platform services including Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Azure DNS, Azure Firewall, and Azure networking solutions.
• Configure and support identity and access management solutions using Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, and Privileged Identity Management (PIM).
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve cloud infrastructure, platform, and deployment issues.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver secure, compliant, and scalable solutions.
• Participate in Agile and DevOps practices including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and continuous improvement activities.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, implementation guides, and operational procedures.

Required 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++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python

OR equivalent experience.

Other Requirements

Security Clearance Requirements: Candidates must be able 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:

The successful candidate must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret /SCI Security Clearance. Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required pre-offer and post-hire for this role. Failure to maintain or obtain the appropriate U.S. Government clearance and/or customer screening requirements may result in employment action up to and including termination.

Clearance Verification: This position requires successful verification of the stated security clearance to meet federal government customer requirements. You will be asked to provide clearance verification information prior to an offer of employment.

Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This position requires verification of U.S citizenship due to citizenship-based legal restrictions. Specifically, this position supports United States federal, state, and/or local United States government agency customers and is subject to certain citizenship-based restrictions where required or permitted by applicable law. To meet this legal requirement, citizenship will be verified via a valid passport, or other approved documents, or verified US government clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
• OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 5+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
• OR equivalent experience.
• Polygraph clearance is preferred.
• Technical certifications based on domain/service line (e.g., Azure, Security, Dynamics).
• Delivery Management certification (e.g., Scrum, Agile, Change Management, Project Management).

Experience deploying and optimizing Azure solutions, including

Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)

Azure DevOps (ADO) Server and CI/CD automation

Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

Containers and container orchestration platforms

Azure DNS

Azure Firewall

Microsoft Entra ID

Conditional Access

Privileged Identity Management (PIM)

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Software Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $102,100 - $202,200 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 $133,800 - $219,200 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

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.

If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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