Senior Software Engineering Lead ID-9970

About the position

The Senior Software Engineering Lead for the Azure Application Gateway team is responsible for leading a talented group of engineers in designing, building, and operating critical network services. This high-visibility role involves innovation in service delivery, managing project timelines, and mentoring team members to ensure high-quality service output. The position offers an opportunity to influence and transform the Azure networking landscape while promoting a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, deploy, and operate critical services in Azure Networking.
  • Coach and mentor team members to produce extensible and maintainable code.
  • Lead innovation in architecture, design, and coding practices.
  • Manage project timelines and define the vision of the product in collaboration with product managers and partners.
  • Act as a Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) to guide engineers across products and monitor system performance.
  • Seek knowledge to improve product availability, reliability, efficiency, and performance, sharing insights with the team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical discipline AND 4+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python.
  • Ability to meet Microsoft security screening requirements, including the Microsoft Cloud Background Check.

Nice-to-haves

Benefits

  • Competitive salary range based on experience and location.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Inclusive work environment that promotes diversity and collaboration.
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