Senior Software Engineer (CoreAI)
 Microsoft | |
$119,800.00 - $234,700.00 / yr
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 United States, Washington, Redmond | |
 Jan 22, 2026 | |
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Overview
AI is the strategic bet for Microsoft. The Azure AI Platform is right at the forefront of innovation. Our projects involvecutting edgetechnologies and problems. Joining theseprojectsyou will gain knowledge and experience about generative AI, large language models, large scale inference infrastructure, GPU optimization, AI applications, etc. TheModel Scaling Platformteam within AI Platformis responsible formanaging all the inferencing capacity that powers Microsoft's AI ambitions. Our fleet runningstate-of-the-artOpen AI modelsprovidesthe foundation for Microsoft's various Copilots andAzure Open AI Service.We manage a vast number of premium AI accelerators and aim to leverage them in the most agile and efficient manner.Our services and the products they power are experiencing incredible growth. As part of this team, you will have opportunities to work across team boundaries and tackle hard system problems which translate to business impact that directlyaffectMicrosoft's bottom line. We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to help build the next wave of capabilities for the inferencing platform.You will have the opportunityto work with a team of talented engineers in a fast-paced environment tolaythe foundations for a new set of systems we are building.The successful candidate willpossesstechnical prowess, be highly motivated, and have a methodological approach to problem solving. Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Asemployeeswe 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. #AIPLATFORM# #MODELSCALING-MAAS# Responsibilities
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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:
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Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 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 $158,400 - $258,000 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. 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 with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations. | |