Microsoft Bands
My target is E6
| Level | Title | Typical Experience | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| E3 | Software Engineer (SDE I) | 0–2 years | Entry-level. Works under guidance, focuses on individual feature-level contributions. |
| E4 | Software Engineer | ~2–3 years | More independence, starts owning small components. |
| E5 | Software Engineer II | ~3–6 years | Owns features end-to-end. Mentors junior devs. Intermediate technical depth. |
| E6 | Senior Software Engineer | ~6–10 years | Leads feature teams. Designs complex components. Influences across teams. |
| E7 | Principal Software Engineer | ~10+ years | Cross-team influence. Designs large-scale systems. Strong leadership skills. |
| E8 | Partner | 12+ years | Senior technical leader. Drives org-wide strategy and execution. |
| E9 | Distinguished Engineer / Technical Fellow | 15+ years | Company-wide impact. Defines technical vision and direction. |