Principal Cloud Network Engineer, Azure Fiber

Microsoft's Azure Fiber team is seeking a Principal Cloud Network Engineer to lead the strategic expansion and operational excellence of their global optical network infrastructure. This role is critical in supporting Microsoft's cloud services, including Azure, Teams, Xbox, Office, Bing, and OpenAI's ChatGPT. The position focuses on developing and implementing a global change management framework for both solid core and hollow core fiber networks, while integrating cutting-edge AI-based network management software.

The role combines infrastructure design and expansion to support AI initiatives, along with implementing AI-based software tools for buildout and operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining network reliability, ensuring high-quality dark fiber assets, and leading change management processes. This position offers an opportunity to work at the forefront of the AI network revolution while contributing to Microsoft's mission of empowering every person and organization globally.

The compensation is competitive, ranging from $137,600 to $267,000 per year (higher in SF and NYC areas), with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. The role offers up to 100% work from home flexibility with 0-25% travel requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced optical network professionals looking to impact global connectivity infrastructure while working with cutting-edge technologies in AI and fiber optics.