Senior Software Engineer (Big Data Platform)

Microsoft's MagneTar team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Big Data Platform initiative for the Web Experience team. This role focuses on building and maintaining large-scale distributed systems, working with technologies like Spark, HDFS, Kafka, Flink, Jupyter Notebook, YARN, and Kubernetes. The position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge big data technologies and make significant contributions to open-source projects.

The role requires deep expertise in system programming and big data platforms, with the ability to optimize and enhance existing systems. You'll be working in a diverse, multicultural environment that values inclusion and provides numerous opportunities for learning and career growth. The team operates at Microsoft's impressive scale, requiring innovative solutions and modifications to open-source projects.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining critical infrastructure that powers Microsoft's web experiences. The position offers competitive benefits, including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, and work-life balance benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact on large-scale distributed systems while working with cutting-edge technologies at one of the world's leading technology companies.

The role combines technical expertise with the opportunity to drive large projects across organizations, making it perfect for engineers who enjoy both deep technical work and cross-team collaboration. With Microsoft's strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, you'll be part of a team that values different perspectives and promotes continuous learning and innovation.