The Software Engineer II or Senior Software Engineer - Simulation Platform role at Microsoft involves designing and implementing an AI chip simulator and related tools. The position is part of the AI Frameworks team, which focuses on developing AI software for various platforms. Candidates will work closely with hardware teams and ML researchers to ensure quality and timely delivery of software development kits. A strong understanding of computer architecture and embedded programming is essential for success in this role.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field and 2+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages including C++, C, or Python, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements.

• Develop a hardware simulator for next generation AI chips.
• Contribute technically to the design, implementation, verification, and documentation of code to ensure on-time deliveries of simulator releases.
• Collaborate with multiple disciplines and partner teams, including hardware designers and AI model developers.
• Identify requirements, scope solutions, estimate work, and schedule deliverables.

• 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.