Software Engineer

Microsoft's Azure PostgreSQL team is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their database migration platform team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud database technologies, specifically focusing on making Azure PostgreSQL the best managed PostgreSQL service available.

The position is based in Hyderabad, India, with a hybrid work arrangement allowing up to 50% work from home. As part of the Azure Data engineering team, you'll be working on products that are transforming analytics in the world of data, including Microsoft Fabric, Azure SQL DB, Azure Cosmos DB, and Azure PostgreSQL.

Your primary focus will be on building and improving the migration platform that enables customers to seamlessly transfer their PostgreSQL or Oracle databases to Azure. This role requires a strong background in database systems, distributed computing, and software engineering principles. You'll be working with a team of passionate engineers who are dedicated to providing customers with a fully managed, secure, and reliable PostgreSQL database service.

Key responsibilities include leading architectural discussions, writing high-quality code, conducting code reviews, implementing testing strategies, and participating in on-call rotations. You'll also have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers and contribute to team culture and best practices.

The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in software engineering, with knowledge of languages like Java, Python, or JavaScript. Understanding of PostgreSQL internals, distributed systems, and cloud services is highly valued. This role offers excellent benefits including healthcare, educational resources, parental leave, and various other perks that come with working at Microsoft.

Join Microsoft's Azure PostgreSQL team to be part of building the data platform for the age of AI, working with cutting-edge technology while making a significant impact on cloud database services. This role provides an excellent opportunity for growth, innovation, and collaboration with talented engineers in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.