MTS, Platform Engineer

Overview

As Microsoft continues to push the boundaries of AI, we are on the lookout for passionate individuals to work with us on the most interesting and challenging AI questions of our time. Our vision is bold and broad - to build systems that have true artificial intelligence across agents, applications, services, and infrastructure. It's also inclusive : we aim to make AI accessible to all - consumers, businesses, developers - so that everyone can realize its benefits.

Microsoft AI (MAI) is seeking experienced Platform Engineers to help shape the next wave of capabilities for our personal AI, Copilot. This role involves building user-facing features powered by Generative AI at the core of the Copilot experience, taking full ownership of their development from inception through delivery. We collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering, product management, design, and AI research teams. Operating within a fast-paced, innovative environment, our focus is on creating software systems that effectively bring cutting-edge AI research to production-ready consumer experiences. Ideal candidates possess deep proficiency in infrastructure and platform engineering, employ a methodical and data-driven approach to problem-solving, and contribute positive energy, empathy, and effectiveness to the team daily.

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.

By applying to this U.S. Mountain View, CA position, you are required to be local to the San Francisco area and in office 3 days a week.

Starting January 26, 2026, MAI employees are expected to work from a designated Microsoft office at least four days a week if they live within 50 miles (U.S.) or 25 miles (non-U.S., country-specific) of that location. This expectation is subject to local law and may vary by jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain performant and secure AI Platform services that power Copilot.
• Work collaboratively with platform, infrastructure, application engineers, and AI Researchers to build next generation AI products and services.
• Ship high-quality and maintainable code, and ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of platform components.
• Find a path to get things done despite roadblocks to get your work into the hands of users quickly and iteratively.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced, design-driven, product development cycle.
• Embody our Culture and Values.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

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.

Software Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $139,900 - $274,800 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 $188,000 - $304,200 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here :

Microsoft will accept applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis.

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