Senior Software Engineer

Microsoft's Enterprise Search team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help power unified Microsoft Search across Outlook, Teams, ODSP, and office.com. We're at the forefront of a paradigm shift with AI and LLMs, where Search has become central to Microsoft Copilot experiences.

The role involves building next-generation search capabilities that scale to handle unprecedented growth, from 5,000 to 50,000 shards. You'll be responsible for redesigning platform components to meet scale requirements while maintaining strict latency and availability goals. This requires deep technical expertise in distributed systems and strong collaboration skills.

Working in a global team across Redmond, China, London, Germany, and India, you'll help shape the culture of Ideation, Inspiration, and Implementation. The position offers the opportunity to influence the future of Microsoft Search and its integration with M365 Chat Copilot, keeping Microsoft at the forefront of the AI revolution.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and implementing scalable search infrastructure
• Developing high-performance distributed systems
• Collaborating across international teams
• Driving technical excellence and innovation
• Contributing to Microsoft's AI-powered search future

The ideal candidate combines strong technical skills with excellent communication abilities, as you'll work with diverse teams globally. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge technology while helping shape the future of enterprise search and AI integration at Microsoft.

Benefits include industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, investment options, parental leave, and opportunities for professional growth. Join us in building the next generation of search technology that powers Microsoft's AI-driven future.