Senior Software Engineer

Bing Image & Video Search team at Microsoft is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their infrastructure team. This role is crucial in powering compelling experiences in Bing and other Microsoft products through an index of billions of images & videos. The team leverages SOTA AI models for ranking and robust infrastructure for high-quality, low-latency service delivery.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll work on big data & distributed systems, driving innovation with both open source and proprietary frameworks. The role focuses on optimizing latency, cost, and availability as key metrics. The position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge search technology that has evolved from text queries to voice and multi-modal inputs.

The team is responsible for deep understanding of image content, concepts, and entities to power exploration and rich user experiences. You'll be working in a collaborative environment with a growth mindset, contributing to Microsoft's mission of empowering every person and organization globally.

The position offers competitive compensation ($117,200 - $229,200 base salary range) and comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and investment options. Located in Redmond, WA, this hybrid role allows up to 50% work from home with 0-25% travel requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about large-scale systems, AI, and search technology who want to make a significant impact on products used by millions of users worldwide. The role requires strong technical skills, mentorship abilities, and a commitment to engineering excellence.