Job Title: Software Engineer Company Name: Microsoft Job Url: https://apply.careers.microsoft.com/careers/job/1970393556668603?utm_source=Simplify Job Description: As a Software Engineer on the Azure Database for PostgreSQL team, you contribute to the design, development, testing, and iteration of well‑scoped features that improve customer experiences and support product adoption. With guidance from senior engineers, you’ll apply data‑driven thinking and experimentation to validate ideas, learn from outcomes, and continuously improve service quality. This role offers the opportunity to build strong product engineering skills, gain hands‑on experience with cloud database technologies, and collaborate in a cross‑functional environment to deliver solutions that directly support customer success and business growth.  ​​We do not just value differences or different perspectives. We seek them out and invite them in so we can tap into the collective power of everyone in the company. As a result, our customers are better served.  Responsibilities ​​Write secure, maintainable, and reusable code following best practices and modern design principles.   Learn to implement features and services with guidance, applying coding standards and patterns to ensure quality and stability.   Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to clarify requirements, integrate feedback, and iterate on designs and implementations.   Participate in code reviews to uphold standards and improve reliability while learning from feedback.  Continuously seek new knowledge, adapt to emerging technologies, and apply solutions that enhance performance, scalability, and reliability in a cloud environment. Take accountability as a Designated Responsible Individual (DRI), participate in on-call rotations to monitor system health and initiate recovery actions when needed.​  Embody our culture and values  Qualifications Required/Minimum Qualifications  ​​Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or related technical discipline with proven experience coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, GO, or Python, OR equivalent experience.​  Job Requirements: Other & Additional   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/Additional Qualifications  ​​1+ year(s) technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, GO, or Python. Familiarity with distributed systems and cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP), including monitoring performance and telemetry to drive continuous improvements. Knowledge of update servicing, security fundamentals, or large‑scale system design. Exposure to AI‑powered development tools or building intelligent features.​  #azdat #azuredata  ​​#azurepostgres ​​#postgres​  Software Engineering IC2 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $84,200 - $165,200 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 $109,000 - $180,400 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