Senior Software Development Engineer

At Azure, we lead the charge in empowering businesses globally with state-of-the-art cloud solutions. We recognize the criticality of promptly delivering the latest hardware technology to our users. Our primary objective is to craft a comprehensive software solution that streamlines the rapid and cost-effective assembly of intricate cloud architectures from individual hardware components. We are looking to hire a Senior Software Development Engineer to join our team and spearhead the transformation of our cloud infrastructure buildout procedures, catering to the dynamic demands of our customers and the evolving technological terrain.

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.

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to devise and execute inventive solutions aimed at automating and optimizing hardware deployment processes for Azure Cloud construction.
2. Build extensive hardware models for cloud infrastructure construction to meet the evolving requirements of our customers and facilitate integration of emerging hardware technologies.
3. Develop comprehensive reporting, visualization, and monitoring tools to effectively oversee all hardware deployments and enhance operational efficiency.
4. Spearhead the innovation of new hardware deployment policies aligned with Azure's goals for performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
5. Embody our Culture and Values.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python.
   
2. OR equivalent experience.
3. 4+ years of experience in developing web services and distributed systems.
4. 3+ years of experience in cloud computing concepts, infrastructure components, and deployment methodologies.

Other Requirements:

1. 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:
1. 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 Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python.
   
2. OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python.
3. OR equivalent experience.
4. Experience in designing and implementing automation solutions for hardware deployment for large-scale cloud infrastructures.

Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $112,000 - $218,400 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 $145,800 - $238,600 per year.

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until May 18, 2024.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, 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 requesting accommodations.