Microsoft Senior Software Engineer - Teams 

Taiwan, Taoyuan City 

248727964

As a, you will lead the architecture and enhancement of our Teams infrastructure and drive deployments and delivery of backend services in specialized cloud environments. You’ll mentor cross-functional teams, shape the platform’s strategic direction, and design scalable, innovative solutions that integrate AI technologies. Your expertise will guide technical decisions and foster a culture of excellence, expanding your impact through technical leadership and collaboration.

Required 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 Python
  • OR equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in automating and streamlining the deployment, configuration, or maintenance of backend services and infrastructure using CI/CD pipelines or infrastructure as code.
• 3+ years of experience with cloud technologies and architecture, with practical experience in supporting backend services on major cloud platforms (Azure, AWS. GCP).

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:

• 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 Python
  • OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
  • OR equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted tools that enhance engineering productivity and service operations.
• Collaboration, communication, and partnership skills with a global, cross-functional team.
• Passion for technical excellence, growth mindset, and mentoring others.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:Microsoft will accept applications for the role until July 25, 2025.

• Lead Infrastructure-as-Code initiatives by architecting, designing, and optimizing Service Infrastructure and deployments for efficient, secure, and scalable service delivery. Drive automation of CI/CD pipelines, establish workflow standards, and ensure deep infrastructure visibility.
• Architect and deliver Teams product solutions for specialized clouds, ensuring seamless scalability and automation. Champion resiliency initiatives, deploying advanced features across all environments.
• Set and enforce security and compliance standards for build and release operations. Integrate security best practices, address vulnerabilities, and guide teams through audits to meet compliance requirements.
• Monitor and continuously improve build and release processes using data-driven analysis. Mentor team members in performance optimization and implement best practices for reliability and efficiency.
• Promote AI-assisted engineering tools and methodologies to boost productivity and foster innovation. Identify and implement AI technologies that enhance developer workflows.
• Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams, providing technical leadership in integrating complex services and serving as a liaison across organizational boundaries.
• Participate in on-call rotations and incident response, setting troubleshooting standards. Develop automation solutions to prevent recurring issues and ensure compliance with security, privacy, and regulatory standards.