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Member of Technical Staff – Platform Engineer

Washington, United States (Hybrid)

Member of Technical Staff – Platform Engineer

1 Hour ago • 4 Years + • Full Stack Development • $117,200 PA - $294,000 PA

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Job Description

Microsoft AI (MAI) seeks experienced Platform Engineers to build Copilot capabilities on Windows. Responsibilities include designing and developing secure, performant platform services supporting Copilot experiences, collaborating with cross-functional teams (platform, infrastructure, application engineers, researchers), shipping high-quality code, overcoming obstacles for iterative delivery, and thriving in a fast-paced environment. The role involves creating experiences showcasing Copilot's power on Windows, large screens, and productivity scenarios. The team is responsible for Copilot, Bing, Edge, and generative AI research. The position requires strong backend technology proficiency and a methodical approach to problem-solving.

Must have:

Design & develop secure and performant platform services
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
Build scalable services on public cloud (Azure, AWS, GCP)
Experience with various datastores (RDBMS, key-value stores)
Build distributed systems at scale
Proficiency in Python, C#, C++, Rust, or Java

Good to have:

Experience with AI platforms, frameworks, and APIs
Ability to resolve complex technical issues
Excellent communication skills (technical and non-technical audiences)
Collaborative and inclusive work style

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Overview

Microsoft AI (MAI) is seeking experienced Platform Engineers to help build the next wave of capabilities for Copilot on Windows. We’re looking for someone who possesses technical prowess, a methodical approach to problem-solving and proficiency in backend technologies. The right candidate enjoys building world-class consumer experiences and products in a fast-paced environment. The Windows Copilot team is responsible for creating experiences that demonstrate the power Copilot can bring to Windows, large screens and productivity scenarios. In this role you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and implementing cutting-edge solutions while collaborating with Platform, Product Management, Design and Research teams.

Our newly formed organization, MAI, is dedicated to advancing Copilot and other consumer AI products and research. The team is responsible for Copilot, Bing, Edge, and generative AI research. Come be a part of the team shaping the future personal computing.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

By applying to this U.S. Redmond, WA position, you are required to be local to the Seattle area and in office 3 days a week.

Responsibilities

Design and development secure and performant Platform services that support Copilot experiences on Windows.
Work collaboratively with platform, infrastructure, application engineers and researchers to build next generation AI products and services.
Ship high-quality, well-tested, secure, and maintainable code.
Overcome obstacles to deliver work quickly and iteratively to users
Enjoy working in a fast-paced, design-driven, product development cycle.
Embody our and .

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or related technical discipline AND 4 years technical engineering experience building applications including, but not limited to, Python, C#, C , RUST, Java

OR equivalent experience.

4 years' experience building scalable services on top of public cloud infrastructure like Azure, AWS, or GCP with extensive use of various datastores like RDBMS, key-value stores, etc.
4 years' experience building distributed systems at scale and extensive systems knowledge that spans bare-metal hosts (physical server) to containers to networking.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with AI platforms, frameworks, and APIs.
Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and user experience.
Dedication to writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code with a focus on application quality, performance, and security.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers.
Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing requirements and deadlines.
Proven ability to collaborate and contribute to a positive, inclusive work environment, fostering knowledge sharing and growth within the team.

Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $117,200 - $229,200 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 $153,600 - $250,200 per year.

Software Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $137,600 - $267,000 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 $180,400 - $294,000 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

Microsoft will accept applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis.

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Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about .

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$117.2K - $294.0K/yr (Outscal est.)

$205.6K/yr avg.

Redmond, Washington, United States

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