Cloud & AI Solution Engineer – AI Applications

Microsoft is seeking a Cloud & AI Solution Engineer specializing in AI Applications to join their team. This role sits at the intersection of technical sales and AI innovation, focusing on helping enterprise customers leverage Microsoft's cutting-edge AI technologies. The position combines hands-on technical expertise with customer-facing responsibilities, requiring deep knowledge of AI frameworks, cloud architecture, and modern development practices.

The role involves leading technical engagements through demonstrations, proof-of-concepts, and hackathons to drive adoption of Microsoft's AI platforms. You'll work directly with customers to design and implement AI solutions, focusing on areas like Agentic AI framework, Semantic Kernel, and Responsible AI practices. The position requires maintaining expertise in both AI technologies and cloud-native development, including containerization, microservices, and event-driven architectures.

As a Solution Engineer, you'll be responsible for building trusted relationships with developers and platform leads, resolving technical challenges, and contributing to product improvement through customer feedback. The role offers competitive compensation, with base pay ranging from $85,100 to $169,800 across most U.S. locations (higher in SF and NYC areas), plus comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong technical background in AI and cloud technologies who enjoys customer interaction and wants to be at the forefront of AI innovation. The role offers significant growth potential and the chance to influence how enterprises adopt and implement AI solutions. Microsoft's commitment to innovation and its leading position in AI make this an exciting opportunity for career development in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence.