Senior Platform Engineer - Kubernetes

The Xbox Game Studios Publishing (XGSP) team is seeking a Senior Platform Engineer specializing in Kubernetes. This role is part of the team responsible for successful titles like Towerborne, Ara: History Untold, Microsoft Flight Simulator, As Dusk Falls, and more. This is an exciting opportunity to join a creative and motivated team developing new projects with cutting-edge technology and support from across Microsoft.

The position focuses on building and operating services and websites that power both existing and upcoming games. As a platform engineer, you'll work with cloud infrastructure supporting large-scale, highly available, and secure-by-default web services and websites. The role combines technical expertise in Kubernetes, cloud platforms, and modern DevOps practices with the exciting world of game development.

You'll be working in a fast-paced environment where you'll need to balance maintaining existing infrastructure with implementing new solutions. The role requires both technical depth in cloud-native technologies and the ability to collaborate effectively with various teams. You'll be responsible for everything from infrastructure automation to security improvements and operational excellence.

The position offers competitive compensation with a base pay range of $117,200 - $229,200 USD (higher in SF Bay Area and NYC), along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and investment options. This is a unique opportunity to apply cloud platform engineering expertise in the gaming industry while working with a team that has a track record of delivering successful, high-profile games.

The role combines the technical challenges of platform engineering with the creative environment of game development, offering a chance to work on infrastructure that supports millions of players while being part of Microsoft's gaming ecosystem. You'll be at the intersection of cloud technology and gaming, helping to build and maintain the platforms that power next-generation gaming experiences.