Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python.
OR equivalent experience working with large-scale distributed systems (e.g., cloud computing providers, SaaS services, etc., ideally with millions or billions of users) or similarly complex environments.
Awareness of, and ability to reason about, modern distributed software design patterns and cloud systems architecture, including microservices, containers, load-balancing, queuing, caching.
Experience with C#/Java/C/C++/Golang.
Experience in building, shipping, and operating reliable solutions.

Nice to Haves

Familiarity with modern distributed software design patterns and cloud systems architecture, including microservices, containers, load balancing, queuing, caching.
Experience as a technical lead or engineering manager.
Experience working on large and unfamiliar codebases (millions of lines of code).
Experience with open-source projects, Kubernetes, Linux and containers is desired.
Proven track record in building, shipping, and operating reliable solutions.
Proficiency in programming languages like C#/Java/Python.
Experience with data technologies (SQL/NoSQL/etc.).
Experience with Azure is a plus.
Experience in AI adoption with tools like GitHub Copilot, Azure OpenAI and custom copilots to streamline development and reduce toil.

Defining system reliability goals through Service Level Objectives (SLOs).
Building reusable automation and processes to help teams meet reliability goals.
Contributing directly to product code to achieve reliability outcomes.
Providing technical leadership and mentoring others on SRE principles.
Collaborating with internal and external partners to support team goals.
Driving innovation in large-scale operations using AI tools.

Benefits and perks listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.