Senior Software Engineer - UX Incubation

Overview

The Microsoft Applied Sciences Group (ASG) is a fast-moving team within Windows + Devices that invents and delivers AI-powered user experiences. We're seeking a Senior Software Engineer to prototype, validate, and deliver delightful experiences across desktop, cloud, and embedded platforms-working at the intersection of machine learning, software engineering, and UX. We're committed to an inclusive culture where curiosity, craftsmanship, and impact thrive.

What you'll do

• Lead end-to-end delivery of prototypes that prove feasibility and drive product decisions, from research and design to production-ready code.
• Build high-performance C++/C# systems on Windows, with cloud components and tight UI integration.
• Create modern, accessible web UIs using TypeScript and contemporary frameworks; collaborate with designers to deliver polished UX.
• Integrate AI (LLMs, vision, speech) to elevate user value.
• Drive cross-team collaboration to move prototypes into product, and mentor peers on engineering and design trade-offs.

If you're curious about how things work, passionate about innovation, and driven to build magical experiences at the intersection of cutting-edge machine learning, software engineering, and user experience - ASG is the place 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.

Responsibilities

You'll be joining a team of highly experienced software developers working on exciting, machine learning-powered experiences. Our focus evolves often, so you'll need to be comfortable diving into a wide variety of projects across the tech stack.

In this role you will:

• Write high quality C++ and/or C# code for various desktop, cloud, and embedded platforms
• Develop user interfaces with web technologies (TypeScript, CSS, etc.)
• Infuse user experiences with leading edge AI technologies
• Design and defend high-quality user experiences that delight our customers
• Be comfortable with a fast-paced environment and a high level of ambiguity
• Embody our culture and values.

Qualifications

Required/Minimum 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.

Preferred Qualifications: -

• Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C++, C#, or Python,
  • OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C++, C#,or Python,
  • OR equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience delivering products through the full lifecycle from design to production deployment
• 2+ years developing and debugging production-level code.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing user interfaces for Windows OS.
• Proficiency in modern programming languages such as Kotlin, Swift or Rust, with hands-on experience in system-level or mobile application development.
• Experience integrating AI technologies into user interfaces, including at least one of the following: machine learning models, language models (e.g., GPT), computer vision, or speech synthesis/recognition.
• End-to-end project development experience, including participation in research, incubation, and delivery phases of at least one commercial product or feature.
• Proficiency with design tools and ability to apply design principles (e.g., accessibility, responsiveness, usability) in UI development.

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Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 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 $158,400 - $258,000 per year.

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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.