Member of Technical Staff, Platform Engineer

Microsoft AI (MAI) is seeking experienced Platform Engineers to help build the next wave of capabilities for their personal AI, Copilot. This role is part of Microsoft's ambitious vision to build systems with true artificial intelligence across agents, applications, services, and infrastructure. The Platform Engineering team is responsible for developing APIs that support finetuning and deploying the core Copilot experience.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in backend technologies, distributed systems, and AI/ML platforms. They should have experience building scalable services on cloud infrastructure and working with machine learning frameworks. The role requires both technical prowess and strong collaboration skills to work effectively with Product Management, Design, and AI Research teams.

This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI technology while making it accessible to consumers, businesses, and developers. The role is based in Redmond, WA, requiring 3 days per week in office, and offers competitive compensation ranging from $137,600 to $267,000 depending on experience level.

Key responsibilities include building secure AI Platform services, collaborating across teams, shipping high-quality code, and working in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field with 6+ years of relevant experience, though equivalent experience is considered.

Microsoft offers comprehensive benefits including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, parental leave, and investment opportunities. The company maintains a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive, emphasizing respect, integrity, and accountability while pursuing their mission to empower global achievement through technology.