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　　Microsoft’s Azure Data engineering team is leading the transformation of analytics in the world of data with products like databases, data integration, big data analytics, messaging & real-time analytics, and business intelligence. The products our portfolio include Microsoft Fabric, Azure SQL DB, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure PostgreSQL, Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Service Bus, Azure Event Grid, and Power BI. Our mission is to build the data platform for the age of AI, powering a new class of data-first applications and driving a data culture.

　　​​Within Azure Data, the databases team builds and maintains Microsoft's operational Database systems. We store and manage data in a structured way to enable multitude of applications across various industries. We are on a journey to enable developer friendly, mission-critical, AI enabled operational Databases across relational, non-relational and OSS offerings.​

　　​​Joining our Structured Querly Language (SQL) Security team means being at the forefront of shaping the future of database protection. As a Software Engineer II on our team, you'll play a pivotal role in designing and implementing cutting-edge security features for SQL databases. We thrive on innovation, with a commitment to staying ahead of emerging threats and industry standards. Your work here will directly impact the security landscape, influencing how organizations safeguard their most critical data. Collaborate with a talented and diverse group of professionals, contribute to continuous improvement, and immerse yourself in a culture that values both individual expertise and teamwork. If you're passionate about database security, seek exciting challenges, and want to make a meaningful impact, our SQL Security team is the place for you. Join us in creating a secure digital future!

　　This is an opportunity to work with some of the best engineers in the industry to build a scalable service with all the security feature customer can leverage, this includes Authorization and Authentication, Encryption at Rest, Permission Management, Data Governance to mention a few. The challenges span the entire stack of cloud technology – compute, storage, and network. We work with teams across Azure to enable and empower our customers to deliver the most secure feature.

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　　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

　　Design and implement new security features for SQL databases.

　　Conduct thorough code reviews and perform QA testing for security.

　　Implement and maintain measures to harden database systems.

　　Investigate and resolve security incidents, provide timely support.

　　Ensure compliance with industry standards and enforce security policies.

　　Optimize security features to minimize performance impact.

　　Collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate technical concepts effectively.

　　Contribute to process improvement and propose enhancements.

　　Stay informed on industry trends, contribute to R&D efforts.​

　　Embody our culture (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/culture) and values (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/about/corporate-values)

　　Qualifications

　　Required/Minimum Qualifications

　　​​Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in C++.

　　OR equivalent experience.​

　　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/Additional Qualifications

　　​​Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in C++.

　　OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in C++ OR equivalent experience. ​

　　Software Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $94,300 - $182,600 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 $120,900 - $198,600 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

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