Member of Technical Staff - Backend Engineer, Product

Microsoft is a global technology company focused on empowering people and organizations through innovative software, services, and AI solutions.
$153,600 - $294,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
4+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Member of Technical Staff - Backend Engineer, Product

Microsoft AI (MAI) is seeking a talented Backend Engineer to join their team working on Copilot, Microsoft's personalized AI assistant. This role is part of Microsoft's ambitious vision to advance AI technology and make it accessible to everyone. The position is based in Mountain View, CA, requiring 3 days per week in office.

As a Backend Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of building the next generation of AI capabilities for Copilot, working alongside product engineers, managers, and platform engineers. The role demands expertise in building secure, scalable APIs and distributed systems, with a focus on high-quality, maintainable code.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $153,600 to $294,000 for the San Francisco Bay area, along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and investment options. This is an opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technology while contributing to Microsoft's mission of empowering every person and organization on the planet.

The ideal candidate will bring both technical excellence and strong collaborative skills, with experience in backend development, cloud infrastructure, and distributed systems. Knowledge of AI platforms and frameworks is a plus. The role requires 4+ years of relevant experience and a bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.

Microsoft offers a culture of inclusion and growth mindset, where employees can innovate and collaborate to achieve shared goals. The company provides comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on technology that impacts millions of users globally.

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Responsibilities For Member of Technical Staff - Backend Engineer, Product

  • Build secure and performant APIs that power Copilot apps
  • Work collaboratively with product engineers, Product Managers, and platform engineers
  • Ship high-quality, well-tested, secure, and maintainable code
  • Find solutions to overcome roadblocks and deliver iteratively
  • Work in a fast-paced, design-driven product development cycle

Requirements For Member of Technical Staff - Backend Engineer, Product

Python
Java
Go
Ruby
Rust
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical discipline
  • 4 years technical engineering experience building mobile app backend applications
  • Experience with languages including C#, Python, C++, Rust, Java, Golang, Ruby
  • 4 years experience building backend APIs (GraphQL/Rest/Protobuf/Thrift)
  • 4 years experience building scalable services on cloud infrastructure
  • Experience with distributed systems at scale
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Experience working with AI platforms and frameworks preferred

Benefits For Member of Technical Staff - Backend Engineer, Product

Medical Insurance
Parental Leave
Education Budget
401k
  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Discounts on products and services

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