Microsoft Research Intern - Azure Front Door 

Taiwan, Taoyuan City 

113015277

Why Server Efficiency and Performance Matter:

In a CDN like Azure Front Door, server efficiency and performance are crucial for several reasons:

• Edge Locations: Edge locations in a CDN are generally small and lack elastic capacity, making it crucial to serve more with less. Efficient servers ensure that content is delivered quickly and reliably, even during high traffic periods.
• Overall Performance: High-performance servers reduce latency, improve load times, enhance reliability, and contribute to cost efficiency by optimizing server performance and reducing the load on origin servers.

• Currently pursuing a PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Other Requirements

• Research Interns are expected to be physically located in their manager’s Microsoft worksite location for the duration of their internship.
• In addition to the qualifications below, you’ll need to submit a minimum of two reference letters for this position as well as a cover letter and any relevant work or research samples. After you submit your application, a request for letters may be sent to your list of references on your behalf. Note that reference letters cannot be requested until after you have submitted your application, and furthermore, that they might not be automatically requested for all candidates. You may wish to alert your letter writers in advance, so they will be ready to submit your letter.

• Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Rust.
• Familiarity with cloud computing concepts and technologies.
• Familiarity with low level systems programming.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Passion for learning and a growth mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to develop original research agendas.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other researchers and product development teams.
• Proficient interpersonal skills, cross-group, and cross-culture collaboration.
• Ability to think unconventionally to derive creative and innovative solutions.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:

• Conduct research to identify opportunities for improving server efficiency within Azure Front Door.
• Develop and implement solutions to enhance performance and reduce latency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and test new features.
• Analyze data and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of implemented solutions.
• Document findings and present recommendations to the team.