Microsoft is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Cloud+AI Azure Data team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on core Azure data products including Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, and Azure PostgreSQL, used by Microsoft's worldwide customer base. The position involves developing features, improvements, and enhancements within an air-gapped environment.
The ideal candidate will join a team of engineers enabling Azure services for highly secured and regulated industries. The role requires strong technical expertise, with a focus on building secure, reliable, and scalable solutions that meet both public and private sector customer requirements. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $117,200 to $229,200 per year, with higher ranges for specific locations like San Francisco and New York City.
Key responsibilities include developing standardized solutions, improving test coverage, maintaining live services, and collaborating across the Microsoft ecosystem. The role requires an active U.S. Government Top Secret Clearance with SCI access and U.S. citizenship, reflecting the sensitive nature of the work.
Microsoft offers comprehensive benefits including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, parental leave, and investment opportunities. The position provides a hybrid work environment with up to 50% work from home flexibility. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about working with cutting-edge cloud technology while maintaining the highest security standards.
The scale of operations is significant, as Microsoft's products serve billions of users daily. The role demands strong problem-solving abilities, creativity, and a collaborative mindset to build innovative solutions for production reliability. Join Microsoft's mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more while working with some of the most advanced cloud technologies in the industry.