Principal Optical AI Network Developer

At Microsoft, we're crafting the infrastructure for some of the most powerful technology ever created to serve humanity. Embarking on an unparalleled project, we aim to construct the most advanced AI clusters known to date. The scale at which we operate introduces complex, novel challenges that demand innovative, out-of-the-box solutions. We need to rethink the way we build our network and the technology we use to support the traffic demands and scale we’re moving towards. We're exploring advancements like all-optical switching and hollow-core fiber to enhance performance and efficiency in these clusters.

As a Principal Optical AI Network Developer, you're expected to bridge the gap between hardware, software control, optics, and algorithms to build and support the world's most demanding ai workloads. We seek passionate individuals eager to tackle these challenges head-on, contributing to the infrastructure that lays the groundwork for AI advancements that will benefit humanity in ways we are just beginning to imagine.

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.

Required Qualifications:

• 9+ years technical experience in optical systems, network design, development, and automation
  • OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field AND 6+ years technical experience in network design, development, and automation.
  • OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field AND 4+ years technical experience in network design, development, and automation
  • OR Doctorate Degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field AND 3+ years technical experience in network design, development, and automation.
• 4+ years of experience working with large-scale networks
• 4+ years hands-on experience with optical systems and a proven track record in software development
• 4+ years demonstrated ability to work within and lead multidisciplinary teams towards achieving groundbreaking technological milestones

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:

• Masters or Phd in a relevant field
• Expertise in Optical Signal-to-Noise Ratio (OSNR) , link budgeting , wdm calculations
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Go, Python, and Rust
• Experience with BGP, label switching, fast reroute, and datacenter IP networking, indicating a foundation in networking principles
• Knowledge and experience in RDMA (Remote Direct Memory Access), viewed as a significant asset
• An understanding of distributed systems and the ability to make informed, data-driven decisions regarding cost, reliability, and performance
• Experience in firmware development or low-level coding

Cloud Network Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $133,600 - $256,800 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 $173,200 - $282,200 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 May 28, 2024.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.  We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.

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• Drive the integration of switch and optics to develop end-to-end systems dedicated to AI training.
• Design highly available network architectures for expansive training clusters.
• Work alongside software engineers to develop sophisticated software and control mechanisms for network orchestration.
• Facilitate collaboration with AI development teams, ensuring the network can seamlessly support AI training needs through robust software interfaces and API specifications.
• Lead comprehensive system design efforts, from optical components to switch technology and control software, emphasizing simplicity and scalability.
• Embrace a hands-on DevOps philosophy, applying practical operational insights to inform system design and architectural decisions.
• Embody our Culture and Values