Cloud & AI Solution Engineer – AI Applications

Microsoft is seeking a Cloud & AI Solution Engineer specializing in AI Applications to join their team in Tokyo. This role sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence and enterprise solutions, focusing on transforming the developer experience for AI applications across the development lifecycle. As part of Microsoft's initiative with AI Foundry and Azure AI integration, you'll be leading the way in Agentic AI development where AI agents streamline development and operations.

The position requires a deep technical background combined with customer-facing skills, as you'll be working directly with enterprise AI developers to unlock the full potential of Microsoft's AI-powered stack. You'll be involved in hands-on engagements including Proof of Concepts, hackathons, and architecture workshops, collaborating closely with engineering leaders and platform teams to accelerate AI Foundry, Azure AI, and Responsible AI initiatives.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity for career growth, allowing you to develop deep business acumen while honing technical skills in solution design and deployment. You'll be guiding customers through secure, scalable solution design, influencing technical decisions, and accelerating AI applications development into their deployment workflows. The position offers a hybrid work environment with up to 50% work from home flexibility and involves 0-25% travel.

As a trusted technical advisor, you'll be instrumental in helping customers modernize their applications and realize the full value of Microsoft's AI platform. The role requires expertise in full stack architecture design, cloud native development, and AI/ML models, including working with frameworks like Agentic AI, Semantic Kernel, and Responsible AI. This position is perfect for someone who combines technical expertise with strong communication skills and a passion for helping customers succeed in their AI journey.

The role offers comprehensive benefits including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, investment options, and generous parental leave. Microsoft provides an inclusive work environment and equal opportunities for all qualified applicants, regardless of their background or characteristics.