Senior Cloud Optical Network Engineer - Microsoft Corporation

Are you captivated by the transformative potential of advanced optical networking technologies within the realm of Artificial Intelligence? Do you see yourself laying down the high-speed optical pipelines that connect a global array of Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) and Central Processing Units (CPUs)? Are you compelled by the opportunity to drive forward self-healing, adaptive networks that will bring AI systems to new heights of intelligent operation and efficiency? If these challenges strike a chord, then you might be the perfect fit for our team. In your capacity as a Senior Cloud Optical Network Engineer for AI Systems, you will be at the forefront of operating and deploying optical networking solutions, meticulously fine-tuned for the rigorous demands of AI-centric applications. You won't just be in a think-tank but will engage in hands-on, hard-core engineering work to transform innovative ideas into functional, scalable network solutions. This role is both a developmental and operational endeavor, placing you at the confluence of technological research and global network strategy. Engage in research-focused activities that translate into operational excellence, leading to the creation of state-of-the-art automation platforms. This position is your pathway to rapid career growth in this burgeoning field of technology. Alongside a deep dive into the intricacies of AI-optimized optical networking, you'll master the crucial skills indispensable for automation on a large-scale network. Moreover, the role offers a flexible work arrangement, balancing remote work with essential in-lab activities, giving you the best of both worlds. If you're prepared to get your hands dirty while shaping the future landscape of AI through unparalleled optical networking, we warmly invite you to step into this critical role. 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. In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day. **Responsibilities** + Leading quality assurance and code review processes to mitigate risks and elevate network performance. Holds responsibility for crucial aspects of network implementation such as physical connections, power management, protocols, and qualification of design. + Harnessing optical network data for precise failure analysis and proactive monitoring enhancements. + Swiftly diagnosing and resolving network issues with minimal customer impact, backed by meticulous post-incident analysis as part of on-call responsibilities. + Pioneering automated solutions to optimize network operations and incident management workflows. + Streamlining network deployments by contributing to cutting-edge automation for rapid and efficient infrastructure expansion. + Identifying and addressing operational gaps with technical finesse and innovative automation strategies. + Embody our Culture (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/about/corporate-values) and Values (https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/culture) . **Qualifications** **Required Qualifications:** + 7+ years technical experience in network design, development, and automation. + OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field AND 4+ 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 3+ years technical experience in network design, development, and automation. + OR Doctorate Degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. **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:** + 11+ years technical experience in network design, development, and automation. + OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field AND 8+ 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 6+ 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. + 1+ year(s) experience delivering network designs into production and experience with live site accountability for a network. + 4+ years of experience delivering fiber optical network designs into production and live site accountability for a network. Cloud Network Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $112,000 - $218,400 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 $145,800 - $238,600 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 21 , 2024. \#azurecorejobs Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. 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