Software Engineer II (AI Platform Development (Azure PostgreSQL)

• Lead the design and development of AI Store capabilities in Azure PostgreSQL, including vector search, semantic indexing, and AI-optimized database features to power the next generation of intelligent applications.
  • Architect intuitive, scalable APIs, SDKs, and extensibility layers that bring advanced database and AI capabilities into the hands of developers.
  • Create seamless developer experiences by integrating PostgreSQL services with modern development tools, frameworks, and cloud platforms accelerating application development on Azure PostgreSQL.
  • Partner closely with database engine engineers, product managers, and developer advocates to translate developer needs into deep system and platform innovations.
  • Design and deliver high-quality interfaces, SDKs, samples, and documentation that make building AI-powered applications on PostgreSQL accessible, powerful, and joyful.
  • Engage with open-source communities, technology partners, and developer ecosystems to amplify impact, gather feedback, and inform platform evolution.
  • Champion a developer-first mindset while advancing technical excellence, scalability, and innovation across the stack from database internals to developer workflows.
  
  

Required/Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related technical discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
• 2+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, or Python.
• Proven experience designing and delivering scalable, production-grade services, APIs, or developer platforms.
• Strong technical fundamentals in distributed systems, concurrency, cloud-native architecture, or database

Preferred/Additional Qualifications

• Passion for building outstanding developer experiences and empathy for developer workflows.
• Experience with database systems (PostgreSQL or others), indexing, or AI/ML-driven data access patterns.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and open-source communities.
• Commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and building an inclusive, high-performing engineering culture.
• Growth mindset and a desire to contribute, learn, and collaborate in a fast-paced environment.

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.

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