Site Reliability Engineer II

Microsoft's Azure Data engineering team is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer II to join their innovative team working on the Microsoft Fabric platform. This role is part of a transformative initiative in the world of data analytics, working with products like Microsoft Fabric, Azure SQL DB, Azure Cosmos DB, and other cutting-edge technologies.

The position offers a unique opportunity to work on the platform that provides the foundation for Microsoft's unified data stack. As an SRE II, you'll be responsible for ensuring the reliability, resiliency, and scale of these critical systems. The role combines aspects of software engineering, systems administration, and operational excellence, making it perfect for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of development and operations.

The ideal candidate will bring 4+ years of technical experience and will be responsible for developing and testing changes to optimize code, improving system observability, and maintaining deployment pipelines. You'll be part of an on-call rotation, responding to incidents and implementing solutions to prevent recurring issues.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to work at scale, as you'll be handling systems that impact Microsoft's global customer base. The position offers competitive compensation ($98,300 - $193,200), comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work in a hybrid environment from the Redmond office. You'll be part of Microsoft's mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more, working with a team that values diversity, continuous learning, and innovation.

The role offers significant growth potential within Microsoft's engineering organization, with opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology while contributing to the reliability and performance of systems that power data-first applications in the age of AI. If you're passionate about service reliability, have a strong technical background, and want to be part of shaping the future of data platforms, this role provides the perfect combination of challenge and opportunity.