Member of Technical Staff, Infrastructure Engineer

Microsoft is seeking an experienced Platform Infrastructure Engineer to join their AI initiatives, specifically working on the Platform Infrastructure team responsible for building and scaling the backend platform powering Microsoft Copilot products. This role combines cutting-edge AI technology with robust infrastructure engineering, requiring expertise in scaling backend technologies and architecting lasting solutions.

The position is based in Mountain View, CA, requiring 3 days per week in office, and offers a competitive salary range of $180,400 - $294,000 for the Staff Engineer level. The role involves working at the intersection of AI and infrastructure, building the foundational platform that enables Microsoft's AI products and services.

As a Platform Infrastructure Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and developing the AI Platform services that power Copilot, working closely with cross-functional teams including AI researchers, platform engineers, and product teams. The role requires strong technical expertise in cloud infrastructure, containerization, and distributed systems, with experience in languages like Python, Java, or Rust.

The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience building scalable platforms on public cloud infrastructure, strong knowledge of APIs and systems architecture, and a track record of shipping production-quality code. You'll be working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with various teams to bring cutting-edge AI research to production.

Microsoft offers comprehensive benefits including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, investment options, parental leave, and generous time off. The company culture emphasizes growth mindset, innovation, and collaboration, making it an ideal environment for those passionate about pushing the boundaries of AI technology while working on infrastructure that impacts millions of users.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to work on next-generation AI products while building robust, scalable infrastructure that powers Microsoft's AI initiatives. You'll be at the forefront of AI technology, helping to make artificial intelligence accessible to consumers, businesses, and developers worldwide.