The Platform Engineering Manager role at Microsoft AI focuses on building the next generation of capabilities for the personal AI, Copilot. The ideal candidate will possess technical expertise and a methodical approach to problem-solving, while also fostering a positive and inclusive team environment. This position involves collaboration with various teams, including Product Management, Design, and AI Research, to create high-quality AI platform services. The role requires a passion for developing world-class consumer experiences in a fast-paced setting.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 12+ years 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 10+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python.
• OR equivalent experience.
• 8+ years' experience building scalable services on top of public cloud infrastructure like Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• 8+ years' experience building distributed systems at scale.
• 6+ years people management experience.
• Experience working with AI platforms, frameworks, and APIs.
• Experience using Machine Learning frameworks.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues.
• Dedication to writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work closely with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Passion for learning new technologies and staying up to date with industry trends.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Proven ability to collaborate and contribute to a positive, inclusive work environment.

• Build secure and performant AI Platform services that power Copilot.
• Work collaboratively with other Platform, infrastructure, and application engineers as well as AI Researchers.
• Ship high-quality, well-tested, secure, and maintainable code.
• Find a path to get things done despite roadblocks to deliver work to users quickly and iteratively.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced, design-driven, product development cycle.

• 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.