OverviewThe team is creating a world-class container management and orchestration services for the cloud and beyond. We are the team working on container solutions for Azure on both Linux and Windows.Our charter is to define the next generation of cloud-native infrastructure on Azure. We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer who is excited about containers, and container orchestration with Kubernetes, who also has a passion for building DevOps tools that make it easier for people to build, deploy and scale their software on the Azure cloud. Our team members are in locations of multiple countries and continents.As a Senior Software Engineer in this position, you will do deep technical work, focusing on enhancing Kubernetes to support running workloads in large scale on AKS. The work for this position focuses on developing infrastructure controllers, onboarding Kubernetes features, integrating with other azure services, and building foundations to support Kubernetes clusters in large scale. This position offers a unique opportunity to have a huge impact on AKS customers.Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.QualificationsRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or PythonOR equivalent experience.4+ years of experiences in commercial software development4+ years of experiences in building, shipping and operating reliable, distributed solutions4+ years of experiences with containers and Kubernetes.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.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceOR related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript,OR PythonOR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or PythonOR equivalent experience.Experience in Golang.Experience in Linux.Ability to engage in site-reliability engineering practices.#azurecorejobs ResponsibilitiesAdvance the capabilities of Kubernetes and auxiliary components on AzureImprove quality of service for Microsoft Azure Kubernetes ServiceAccelerate development velocity for all engineersBalance pragmatism with vision; deliver continuous improvements to the team's process and codebaseBuild automation to prevent and/or remediate service problems from becoming production incidentsBenefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.Industry leading healthcareEducational resourcesDiscounts on products and servicesSavings and investmentsMaternity and paternity leaveGenerous time awayGiving programsOpportunities to network and connect
