Senior Software Engineer - Azure Platform Engineer

Microsoft's Ads 3rd Party Ads Solutions and Data Management Platforms team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help build their next-generation AI-driven advertising platform. This role focuses on cloud infrastructure and platform engineering, combining Azure expertise with Infrastructure as Code to create scalable solutions.

As a Senior Azure Platform Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of creating and evolving foundational platform capabilities that enable teams across Microsoft Ads to build with speed, security, and efficiency. The role perfectly blends cloud architecture consulting, Infrastructure as Code expertise, and AI tooling to deliver reusable and scalable patterns that reduce operational complexity and promote innovation.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while building developer platforms that make a real impact. You'll be responsible for designing secure-by-default infrastructure, implementing automation solutions, and creating AI-driven interfaces that improve developer productivity. The role requires both technical depth in cloud technologies and the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Building and maintaining secure, reusable Terraform modules for Azure infrastructure
• Consulting with engineering teams on cloud architecture and best practices
• Developing AI-driven interfaces and automation tools
• Implementing CI/CD pipelines and operational tooling
• Contributing to platform strategy and technical direction

The compensation is competitive, ranging from $119,800 to $258,000 depending on location, with higher ranges for San Francisco and New York City areas. Microsoft offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, savings plans, and parental leave.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about cloud infrastructure, automation, and creating developer platforms that enable teams to build innovative solutions. The role combines technical challenges with the opportunity to shape the future of Microsoft's advertising platform infrastructure.