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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$119,800–$234,700 / yr
Posted
22 days ago
Closes
Nov 22, 2026

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Similar $186k
This role $177k
$106k most similar roles pay here $248k

This role pays more than 62% of similar roles. Most pay $163,416–$209,187 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $177k versus about $186k for comparable roles.

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About Microsoft

Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing

Microsoft currently has 1589 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $119,800–$234,700 across 1415 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · | Microsoft Careers

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Azure Storage Ultra Disk team, you will design and implement protocols and features to ensure data durability, availability, scalability, and performance for a next-generation block storage platform. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define user requirements and drive project plans and release schedules, contributing to the development of cutting-edge cloud storage solutions at an Exascale level. The role requires expertise in distributed systems, scalable architecture, and experience with technologies such as C++, Python, or Go, alongside a deep understanding of cloud storage challenges and innovative problem-solving skills.

What you'll do

  • Design and implement protocols for data durability and availability in Azure Storage.
  • Develop features to enhance scalability and performance of distributed block storage systems.
  • Innovate with a fast-paced, highly talented team on cutting-edge cloud storage technologies.
  • Ensure the fastest block storage platform in the cloud by optimizing backend systems.
  • Contribute to high impact projects that shape the future of cloud storage industry.

What we're looking for

  • Extensive experience in designing and implementing distributed storage systems.
  • Proven track record of enhancing data durability, availability, scalability, and performance.
  • Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams to drive project plans and release schedules.
  • Expertise in cloud storage technologies and protocols for high-demand workloads.
  • Experience innovating within a fast-paced environment with significant industry impact.

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