Microsoft's Azure Edge team is seeking talented engineers to build state-of-the-art services for network security and reliability in one of the world's largest networks. The role focuses on developing Azure Edge Datacenters near end users and deploying Azure applications and services. The team manages Edge network connecting over 200 Edge sites and 60+ Azure regions globally, with the mission of achieving 25ms latency to every person worldwide.
This is a senior position working on critical infrastructure that powers Microsoft's global network. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing distributed systems that ensure the performance, security, and reliability of Azure's edge computing platform. The role offers significant technical challenges and growth opportunities in an area of major investment for Microsoft Azure.
The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in distributed systems, cloud technologies, and networking fundamentals. You'll work with modern technologies like C#, Python, and cloud-native tools while tackling complex problems at massive scale. The position offers competitive compensation ($117,200-$229,200 base salary, higher in SF/NYC), comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to impact millions of users worldwide.
This role combines deep technical work with high business impact, as the Azure Edge infrastructure is critical to Microsoft's cloud strategy. You'll collaborate with talented engineers while having autonomy to drive technical decisions. The position offers excellent career growth potential in Microsoft's rapidly expanding cloud business.