Software Engineer- II
Microsoft Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job Description
"Unlock the secrets to designing and shipping cutting-edge security and enterprise features for the Windows ecosystem as a Software Engineer II in the Windows Enterprise and Security (ENS) team at Microsoft."
In this role, you'll be responsible for building foundational capabilities that keep the Windows client and server operating systems secure and trusted at a global scale.
As a Software Engineer II, you'll work closely with partner teams to design, develop, and deploy secure-by-design, reliable-by-default solutions that meet the bar for global deployment.
Why you should learn this:
With the increasing importance of cybersecurity and data protection, the demand for skilled software engineers with expertise in security and enterprise features is higher than ever.
Expected Salary: $160,000 - $250,000 per year, depending on location and experience.
How it works:
- Step 1: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify security and enterprise feature requirements and design solutions that meet those needs.
- Step 2: Develop and test software features using a range of programming languages and development tools, including C++, C#, and Python.
Core Concepts to Master
Secure-by-Design Principles
Understand the principles of secure-by-design development, including threat modeling, secure coding practices, and secure testing methodologies. Learn how to design and implement secure features that protect against common threats and vulnerabilities.
Enterprise Authentication and Authorization
Learn about the various authentication and authorization protocols and mechanisms used in enterprise environments, including Kerberos, RADIUS, and JWT. Understand how to design and implement secure authentication and authorization systems that meet the needs of large-scale enterprise deployments.
Cryptography and Key Management
Understand the fundamentals of cryptography, including symmetric and asymmetric encryption, digital signatures, and hash functions. Learn how to design and implement secure key management systems that protect sensitive data and meet regulatory requirements.
Interview Questions (Beginner)
- What is secure-by-design development, and how does it relate to software engineering?
- Can you explain the difference between symmetric and asymmetric encryption?
- How do you approach threat modeling when designing a new feature?
Job Overview
Advance Questions
- • Can you describe a scenario where you had to design and implement a secure authentication and authorization system in a large-scale enterprise environment?
- • How do you ensure that your software features are resilient to common threats and vulnerabilities?
- • Can you explain the trade-offs between different encryption algorithms and key management strategies?