Senior Research Software Engineer

Microsoft Research (MSR) AI Frontiers is seeking a Senior Research Software Engineer to join their innovative team focused on advancing AI capabilities. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of AI research and development, specifically in areas such as multi-agent systems, foundation models, and human-AI interaction.

The position involves working on cutting-edge projects like AutoGen, Phi, Orca, and various foundation models for gaming, robotics, and Office productivity tools. As a Senior Research Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for rapid prototyping, developing high-quality open-source libraries, and building robust practical solutions to real-world problems.

The ideal candidate will have strong software engineering skills, particularly in Python, and experience with AI/ML technologies. You'll work in a collaborative environment, partnering with researchers and engineers across Microsoft to drive innovation in AI systems and research.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $117,200 to $229,200 per year (higher in SF and NYC areas), along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. Microsoft provides a supportive and inclusive work environment focused on empowering every person and organization to achieve more.

This position offers unique opportunities to:

• Work on groundbreaking AI research projects
• Contribute to open-source technologies
• Collaborate with leading researchers and engineers
• Impact real-world applications of AI technology
• Grow professionally in a supportive environment

The role combines technical expertise with research innovation, making it ideal for someone passionate about advancing AI technology while maintaining high software engineering standards.