Senior Software Platform Engineer

Microsoft's Infrastructure and Developer Platform (IDP) team within the Microsoft Threat Protection (MTP) organization is seeking a Senior Software Platform Engineer to build and maintain critical infrastructure that powers Defender products at scale. This role combines deep technical expertise in Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies with a focus on security and reliability.

As a Senior Software Platform Engineer, you'll work on designing and implementing scalable, secure solutions using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and related cloud technologies. You'll be responsible for developing production-grade services that maintain high availability across global deployments while ensuring robust security measures are in place.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of software engineering experience with extensive knowledge of container orchestration, distributed systems, and cloud platforms. You'll serve as a technical leader, mentoring other engineers while driving strategic initiatives that shape Microsoft's container security roadmap.

This position offers the flexibility of hybrid work (up to 50% remote) and includes comprehensive benefits such as industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, and generous parental leave. You'll be part of a team that's directly impacting the security and reliability of Microsoft's defensive products while working with cutting-edge cloud and container technologies.

Join Microsoft to work on challenging technical problems at massive scale, collaborate with talented engineers, and help shape the future of cloud-native security solutions. This role provides excellent opportunities for professional growth, technical leadership, and direct impact on products used by organizations worldwide.