Member of Technical Staff - Backend Engineer, Product

Microsoft is a global technology company dedicated to advancing AI and building systems with true artificial intelligence across agents, applications, services, and infrastructure.
$153,600 - $294,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
4+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Member of Technical Staff - Backend Engineer, Product

Microsoft AI (MAI) is seeking a talented Backend Engineer to join their team working on Copilot, their advanced AI assistant. This role sits at the intersection of AI innovation and practical application, offering an opportunity to shape the future of personal computing. The position requires 4 years of experience in building scalable backend systems and APIs, with a focus on distributed systems and cloud infrastructure.

The role involves building secure and performant APIs for Copilot apps, working in a collaborative environment with product engineers, managers, and platform engineers. You'll be responsible for developing high-quality, secure code while working in a fast-paced, design-driven environment. The position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area with a hybrid work arrangement requiring 3 days in office.

Microsoft offers a comprehensive benefits package including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, parental leave, and investment opportunities. The compensation is highly competitive, with a base salary range of $153,600 - $294,000 for the San Francisco Bay Area.

The ideal candidate will bring both technical expertise and soft skills to the table, including experience with AI platforms, strong communication abilities, and a collaborative mindset. You'll be joining Microsoft's newly formed AI organization, working on cutting-edge projects that directly impact millions of users worldwide.

This is an exceptional opportunity for someone passionate about AI and backend engineering to work on innovative products while being supported by one of the world's leading technology companies. The role offers significant growth potential and the chance to contribute to Microsoft's mission of empowering every person and organization on the planet to achieve more.

Last updated 11 days ago

Responsibilities For Member of Technical Staff - Backend Engineer, Product

  • Build secure and performant APIs that power Copilot apps
  • Work collaboratively with other product engineers, Product Managers, and platform engineers
  • Ship high-quality, well-tested, secure, and maintainable code
  • Find solutions to overcome roadblocks and deliver iteratively
  • Work in a fast-paced, design-driven, product development cycle

Requirements For Member of Technical Staff - Backend Engineer, Product

Python
Java
Rust
Go
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical discipline
  • 4 years experience building mobile app backend applications
  • 4 years experience building backend APIs (GraphQL/REST/Protobuf/Thrift)
  • 4 years experience building scalable services on public cloud infrastructure
  • 4 years experience building distributed systems at scale
  • Experience with datastores like RDBMS and key-value stores
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Experience with AI platforms, frameworks, and APIs preferred

Benefits For Member of Technical Staff - Backend Engineer, Product

Medical Insurance
Education Budget
Parental Leave
Mental Health Assistance
  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Networking opportunities

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