Microsoft Quantum has assembled a talented and diverse international team to create the world's first scalable quantum computing system. We work alongside internal research teams in the development of future quantum processing hardware. We are working on new Azure services and software to help us invite even more people into our industry-leading quantum ecosystem.
As a Senior AI Software Engineer on our data team, you will proactively seek out impactful opportunities to leverage generative AI and machine learning within our data infrastructure. Your role goes beyond implementation-you will independently identify areas where advanced AI solutions can drive innovation and value. By harnessing technologies such as Azure Databricks, Azure Synapse, and Azure Data Lake, you will architect and build robust, scalable infrastructure components and data pipelines. Your fluency in Python will be essential for developing efficient, reliable code that powers our data ecosystem.
Quantum experience is not required.
Responsibilities
Design and Development of Solutions : Lead the architecture and implementation of scalable solutions using Python, spanning data processing, automation, and application development across diverse domains.
Generative AI and Advanced Technologies : Apply knowledge of generative AI, large language models, and modern frameworks to develop intelligent features and drive innovation within projects.
Client Libraries and Application Components : Create and maintain robust client-side libraries and application modules to support seamless integration and enhanced user experiences.
Cross-Functional Collaboration and Adaptability : Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and adapt quickly to evolving project priorities, contributing expertise in software engineering, data, or related areas as needed.
Azure Platform Integration : Deploy, integrate, and manage solutions leveraging the Azure ecosystem, ensuring security, scalability, and compliance with best practices.
Other:
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or related field AND 4+ years software industry experience
OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or related field AND 3+ years software industry experience
Doctorate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or related field AND 1+ years software industry experience
OR equivalent experience.
4+ years of programming experience in relevant languages, with deep hands-on expertise in Python for data processing, automation, and software development.
4+ years of experience working in collaborative environments, with a track record of spotting high-impact opportunities and driving them independently to completion.
Hands-on experience with generative AI technologies (such as large language models, generative models, or related frameworks).
Experience in building AI-centric software and services, with familiarity in AI-based orchestration and agent capabilities.
Other Requirements:
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:?
Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations or Export Administration Regulations, the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations.?As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of citizenship, U.S. permanent residency, or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate's citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable.
Preferred Qualifications
Comfortable working in collaborative, cross-functional teams and adapting to evolving business needs.
Demonstrated experience in proactively identifying machine learning opportunities and driving impactful outcomes is highly desirable.
Experience collaborating with hardware teams and developing software solutions tailored to their needs is a plus.
Quantum 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.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
Microsoft will accept applications for the role until September 25, 2025.
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Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .
