Delivering these experiences requires intelligent, resilient, and highly scalable platforms capable of processing massive real‑time data streams. You will design, implement, and operate low‑latency, high‑throughput systems that power next‑generation vertical ad experiences across search and partner surfaces. In this role, you will: Design, build, and operate backend services and data pipelines that handle billions of requests and terabytes of data in real time. Mentor junior engineers and contri…
Responsibilities
Work side‑by‑side with Data Scientists to integrate models, features, and signals into reliable, production‑grade systems. Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and engineers across Ads to deliver globally scalable solutions. Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and drive engineering excellence across reliability, performance, and maintainability. Write design documents, identify dependencies, and contribute to system roadmaps and release plans. Partner closely with stakeholders to drive project execution across engineering, PM, and data science. Improve availability, efficiency, and performance through data‑driven engineering and modern operational practices.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field OR equivalent experience. 3+ years of hands‑on engineering experience using C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python. Strong fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, distributed systems, and system design. Experience with real‑time data processing and streaming platforms like Kafka or Event Hubs. Familiarity with Azure or other cloud platforms (compute, storage, monitoring). Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and build systems. Knowledge of observability practices: structured logging, telemetry, metrics, and alerting. Exposure to AI/ML concepts and experience integrating models into production systems. A collaborative team player with a growth mindset and ownership mentality. Experience with cloud services beyond Azure. Proven ability to contribute to high‑quality, maintainable codebases in fast‑paced environments. Strong debugging, problem‑solving, and design skills.
Original Posting
This role is sourced from Microsoft. Apply on Microsoft careers page