The Cloud Network Engineer II will be part of the HPC/AI team, focusing on building a next-generation distributed AI supercomputer. This role involves managing the network infrastructure essential for ultra-low latency and high throughput in AI workloads. The engineer will work with advanced networking technologies and contribute to the reliability and performance of large-scale distributed clusters. The position emphasizes innovation and continuous improvement in networking services.

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field AND 1+ year(s) technical experience in network design, development, and automation OR Bachelor's Degree in the same fields AND 2+ years technical experience OR equivalent experience.
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements.
• CCNP/CCIE/JNCI certification.

• Develop a technical roadmap and servicing protocols for BackEnd Network infrastructure.
• Create and propose technical solutions for complex systems design or process issues.
• Provide technical expertise to perform root cause analysis of service interrupting incidents.
• Drive continuous improvements of the networking service and optimize efforts through automation.
• Serve as a Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) for networking services and tooling.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in AI infrastructure and software-defined networking.

• 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.