Join Microsoft in Hyderabad as a Software Engineer for planet-scale distributed systems. Work onsite, solve complex infrastructure challenges, competitive total comp.
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Why Microsoft?
Microsoft empowers billions globally every day through its technology infrastructure. With a growth mindset and inclusive culture, it values innovation, integrity, and accountability in its world-class teams. This role offers a rare opportunity to be first responder to mission-critical infrastructure used worldwide.
Job Role
As a Software Engineer based in Hyderabad, you’ll maintain planet-scale distributed systems that support billions of global operations. Your work directly influences system stability and customer trust at a global scale.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond rapidly to incidents impacting large-scale distributed systems
- Understand both breadth and depth of system architecture and operations
- Collaborate with cross-functional experts to enhance reliability and uptime
- Drive continuous improvement in system monitoring, incident resolution, and risk mitigation
- Develop strategies to prevent repeat issues and elevate infrastructure resilience
Qualifications & Skills Required
- Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in CS or related fields
- Strong coding ability in languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
- Solid foundation in computer science fundamentals
- Preferred: experience with large distributed systems and system architecture
- Excellent problem-solving under pressure; leadership and customer-minded mindset
Why This Role is Exciting
- 🔧 Work on high-visibility systems that serve global traffic and customers
- 🧠 Solve complex technical issues with operational and architectural impact
- 🤝 Be part of a high-performing, agile team focused on excellence and uptime
- 🌍 Direct impact on real-world infrastructure at scale and pace
Location & Work Model
- 📍 Onsite role at Microsoft’s Hyderabad campus—Microsoft India Development Center, the company’s largest R&D facility outside Redmond
- Full-time individual contributor with occasional travel (0–25%)
About Microsoft India
Microsoft India Development Center in Hyderabad houses thousands of engineers across all major business units, building strategic and IP-sensitive products. The Hyderabad campus spans 54 acres in Cyberabad and serves as a key R&D hub.
🎁 Perks & Benefits
Microsoft India offers a comprehensive benefits package:
- 21 days of paid leave, 12 sick days, plus 10 company holidays and bereavement days
- Medical, vision, life insurance and mental health resources, plus family-focused support programs
- Subsidized meals (Rs 200/day voucher), transportation shuttle services, employee discounts on Microsoft products and LinkedIn Premium, Xbox GamePass access
- Financial incentives include bonuses, stock awards (RSUs vesting over years), and employee stock purchase plans
💰 Salary Insight
- Glassdoor reports Software Engineer II pay in Hyderabad averaging around ₹21 LPA (range ₹14 L–₹30 L)
- Levels.fyi data: Entry-level (L59) total comp ~₹22.8 L, base ₹15.3 L, stock ₹6.8 L, bonus ₹0.74 L. At Level 62, total comp ~₹57 L with ₹34 L base, ₹12 L stock, ₹3.6 L bonus
- AmbitionBox lists average Microsoft engineer pay in Hyderabad between ₹24.9 L–₹43.0 L/year
- Business Insider notes that Microsoft’s AI-focused engineers can earn base salaries up to $284K (~₹2.4 Cr), reflecting high-end AI compensation tiers
❓ FAQs
Q: What level of engineer is this role?
A: This aligns with mid-level Software Engineer II roles (often MSFT L61–62), supporting critical infrastructure. Entry-level L59 is also possible depending on background.
Q: What is Microsoft’s workplace culture like in Hyderabad?
A: Collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented with good work-life balance, modern infrastructure and ample learning programs.
Q: Are bonuses and RSUs included in pay?
A: Yes—compensation includes base salary, performance bonuses, and RSU grants vesting over time.
Q: Is travel required?
A: Minimal—occasional travel up to 25% based on team needs.
📢 How to Apply for Microsoft Recruitment 2025?
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- After registration, log in and fill in the application form with all the necessary details.
- Submit all relevant documents, if requested (e.g. resume, mark sheet, ID proof).
- Verify that all the details entered are correct.
- Submit the application form after verification.
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