Software Engineer: PhD Intern Opportunities, Redmond

Job Description

Microsoft is seeking a Software Engineering PhD Intern to work on innovative software solutions and advance their career by designing next-generation software.

Requirements

• Pursuing a PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field during the academic term immediately before the internship
• Must have at least 1 semester/term remaining following the completion of the internship
• At least one year of programming experience in an object-oriented language

Responsibilities

• Applies engineering principles to solve complex problems through sound and creative engineering
• Works with appropriate stakeholders to determine user requirements for a feature
• Quickly learns new engineering methods and incorporates them into work processes
• Seeks feedback and applies internal or industry best practices to improve technical solutions
• Demonstrates skill in time management and completing software projects in a cooperative team environment
• Reviews current developments and proactively seeks new knowledge that will improve the availability, reliability, efficiency, observability, and performance of products while also driving consistency in monitoring and operations at scale

Benefits

• Employees at Microsoft are often offered comprehensive, “world-class” benefits—including health and mental-wellness programs, competitive pay with bonuses and stock awards, and retirement/savings options. Time-off and flexibility are common, with generous vacation and holidays, parental and caregiver leave, and flexible work schedules, alongside learning support, employee resource groups, product discounts, and matching-gifts/volunteering programs. Specific benefits can vary by region.