Senior Software Engineer
Microsoft
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Responsibilities
- Technical Development: Design and implement robust iOS solutions using Swift and Objective-C. Write efficient, maintainable, and scalable code that meets coding standards and best practices.
- System Architecture Support: Contribute to system architecture discussions and collaborate on developing scalable, secure, and performant solutions.
- Code Quality: Participate in code reviews to ensure quality and adherence to best practices. Assist in optimizing, debugging, and refactoring code for performance improvements.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including product management, design, and other engineering groups to align on product features and technical solutions.
- Performance Optimization: Investigate performance issues, implement testing strategies, and resolve bottlenecks to ensure a smooth and responsive user experience.
- Mentorship and Guidance: Mentor junior team members, sharing knowledge and fostering a collaborative environment to elevate engineering skills across the team.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize telemetry and analytics to improve product performance and refine features based on user feedback.
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.
- iOS Development Expertise: 4+ years of experience in iOS development with proficiency in Swift, Objective-C, and modern architecture patterns (e.g., MVVM, VIPER).
- Algorithm and System Design: Solid foundation in designing and implementing algorithms with practical applications in software engineering.
- Coding Skills: Proven ability to write clean, efficient, and scalable code, with experience in code optimization and debugging.
- Problem-Solving Ability: Solid analytical skills to address complex technical challenges and deliver innovative solutions.
- Team Collaboration: Experience collaborating within cross-functional teams to deliver user-centric solutions.
- Communication: Effective communication skills, capable of articulating technical concepts clearly and engaging with diverse stakeholders.
- Fluent English Communication: Fluency in spoken and written English, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders.
Other 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 thereafter.
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++, C#, Java, JavaScript, 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++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
- OR equivalent experience.
- iOS Development Expertise: 7+ years of experience in iOS development with proficiency in Swift, Objective-C, and modern architecture patterns (e.g., MVVM, VIPER).
- AI: Familiarity with AI technologies and their integration into mobile development.
- Agile Methodologies: Experience working in an Agile environment with iterative development processes.
- Global Collaboration: Experience working in a global, multi-disciplinary environment with distributed teams.
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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.
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