(Senior) Software Engineer at Microsoft
TextLocation: Nairobi, Nairobi City, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Date Posted: January 15, 2025
Job Number: 1787153
Worksite: Up to 50% work from home
Travel: 0-25%
OVERVIEW
This job posting covers hiring for both Senior Software Engineer and Software Engineer positions.
Join a team driven by energy, passion, and collaboration to deliver cutting-edge technologies within Microsoft鈥檚 Identity Platform. With a strong culture of accountability, we offer continuous learning opportunities and career advancement to empower you to thrive in your role.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Experience:
5+ years of software development and design experience.
Bachelor鈥檚 degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in one or more general-purpose programming languages, including but not limited to:
C#
Python
JavaScript
Java
C/C++
Proven industry experience in designing, developing, testing, and shipping solutions for large-scale technical challenges.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Write clean, well-structured code emphasizing:
Quality
Performance
Simplicity
Scalability
Durability
Maintainability
Break down complex, interconnected systems to identify improvement areas.
Design systems through well-defined interfaces across multiple components.
Conduct code reviews and leverage data/telemetry for informed decision-making.
BENEFITS/PERKS
Benefits may vary depending on your employment nature and location but may include:
Healthcare: Industry-leading healthcare coverage.
Educational Resources: Access to learning materials and growth opportunities.
Discounts: Discounts on Microsoft products and services.
Savings and Investments: Comprehensive financial planning and investment options.
Parental Leave: Generous maternity and paternity leave.
Time Off: Ample vacation and time-away benefits.
Giving Programs: Opportunities to give back through Microsoft鈥檚 charitable initiatives.
Networking Opportunities: Engage and connect with professionals across the globe.
INCLUSIVITY AT MICROSOFT
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to:
Age
Ancestry
Citizenship
Color
Gender identity or expression
National origin
Physical or mental disability
Religion
Sex (including pregnancy)
Sexual orientation
If you need assistance or reasonable accommodations during the application process due to a disability, learn more about requesting accommodations here.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply directly through Microsoft鈥檚 careers page:
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