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Microsoft Corporation Member of Technical Staff - Cloud Engineering Manager in Mountain View, California
As Microsoft AI we are pushing the boundaries of technology.
We are creating unique, beautiful and powerful products that will change lives. A small, friendly, fast-moving team, we support each other to do the best work of our lives, always looking to break new ground, fast. We are proud of what we build, how we build it and that our products will define the AI era. We run lean, obsess about users, and always make our decisions based on the evidence. We ship regularly, so your work will have real and immediate impact.
We’re on the lookout for a talented and passionate Cloud Engineering Manager to help build the next wave of capabilities of our personal AI, Copilot. We’re looking for someone with an abundance of positive energy, empathy, and kindness, in addition to being highly effective. The right candidate takes the initiative and enjoys building world-class consumer experiences and products in a fast-paced environment.
Our newly formed organization, Microsoft AI (MAI), focuses on Copilot and other consumer AI products and research. The wider team is responsible for Copilot, Bing, Edge, and generative AI research. This is a time of huge change in the AI landscape, and this role will put you right in the heart of it.
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Responsibilities
Cares deeply about building world-class AI applications that will delight users.
Make hands-on contributions to our cloud services codebase.
Build and lead a team of software engineers, including driving project planning, prioritization of work, and designing features.
Support, mentor, and help engineers grow, building a truly inclusive team environment where everyone can deliver their best work.
Advocate for and maintain a culture of high-quality software development, with a focus on efficient DevOps, customer support processes, and automation.
Analyze telemetry and usage data to inform product decisions and troubleshoot issues.
Work with diverse opinions and negotiate solutions, balancing customer requirements and business goals.
Embody our Culture and Values .
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or related technical discipline AND 6+ years technical engineering experience developing cloud services using Python, TypeScript, C#, C++, or Java
o OR equivalent experience.
4+ years of experience running and working with distributed systems and on services at scale.
4+ years of experience working on cloud services and infrastructure.
3+ years of experience in managing, leading, and inspiring a team of engineers, including hiring, retaining, and managing performance.
Other Requirements:
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
- Microsoft Cloud Background Check : This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 10+ years technical engineering experience developing cloud services using Python, TypeScript, C#, C++, or Java
OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience developing cloud services using Python, TypeScript, C#, C++, or Java
o OR equivalent experience.
4+ years people management experience.
Experience with streaming media.
Experience working with AI platforms, frameworks, and APIs.
Experience building and using cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
Proven experience in defining the roadmap, strategy, and go-to-market plans for a cloud service.
Experience building performant scalable services.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers.
Commitment to learning new technologies and staying up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in mobile development and AI.
Proven ability to collaborate and contribute to a positive, inclusive work environment, fostering knowledge sharing and growth within the team.
Software Engineering M5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $137,600 - $267,000 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $180,400 - $294,000 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
Microsoft will accept applications for the role until June 16, 2024.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .