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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$102,100–$202,200 / yr
Posted
50 days ago

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $181k
This role $152k
$86k most similar roles pay here $251k

This role pays less than 76% of similar roles. Most pay $155,000–$207,350 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $152k versus about $181k for comparable roles.

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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 1103 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · | Microsoft Careers

As a Cloud Network Engineer II in Microsoft’s Azure Optical Fiber & AI team, you will drive the strategic expansion of solid core and hollow core fiber networks by leading the development and deployment of advanced optical components and systems. Your daily tasks include designing specialized optical network solutions for AI applications, testing and validating transceivers and line systems with automation tools, and integrating AI-based software to enhance operational efficiency. You will also collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives and technical requirements, leveraging expertise in coherent and direct-detection optical technologies. The role demands proficiency in Python or similar scripting languages for automation, experience with Azure Cloud infrastructure, and a strong background in network design and development. This position is at the forefront of AI network innovation, focusing on transformative technologies like Silicon Photonics, Co-Packaged Optics, and Hollow Core Fiber to support Microsoft’s growing investment in cloud and AI initiatives.

What you'll do

  • Lead the design and development of specialized optical network components optimized for AI applications.
  • Conduct rigorous testing and validation of optical grey and WDM transceivers, transponders, and line systems.
  • Integrate advanced AI-based software tools into operations to ensure high-quality fiber assets.
  • Steer project and release plans in coordination with stakeholders to align with AI system objectives.
  • Develop comprehensive design documents detailing architectural blueprints for optical solutions.

What we're looking for

  • Master's degree in Electrical/ Optical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 1+ year of technical experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical/ Optical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 2+ years of technical experience.
  • Experience in network design, development, and automation for production deployment.
  • Expertise in coherent and direct-detection optical technologies for AI systems.
  • Proficiency in testing and validating optical transceivers using WDM technologies.
  • Leadership in project management and coordination with stakeholders.

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