Senior Software Platform Engineer

Microsoft Security is seeking a Senior Software Platform Engineer to join their team focused on building cutting-edge Cyber Defense solutions. This role is part of Microsoft's initiative to extend their security stack to support nations and governments in protecting critical assets and citizens against cyber threats.

The position requires an experienced engineer to take ownership of Kubernetes-based infrastructure that powers the entire security group. You'll be responsible for driving group-wide scalability, reliability, and developer productivity across multiple teams and products. This is a strategic, high-impact role that combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of software engineering experience, with deep knowledge of cloud platforms (preferably Azure) and Kubernetes. You'll work on complex distributed systems, implement security and compliance measures, and champion observability across services. The role offers the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art cloud technologies, big data, AI, and modern UX platforms.

Working at Microsoft, you'll enjoy comprehensive benefits including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, savings and investment options, and generous parental leave. The position offers hybrid work flexibility with up to 50% work from home, and involves 0-25% travel. You'll be part of Microsoft's mission to make the world a safer place through innovative security solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to make a significant impact on global cybersecurity while working with cutting-edge technologies at one of the world's leading technology companies.