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We work across the inference stack, from low-level kernels and compilers through model execution, to unlock the full capabilities of the underlying hardware. About the Role As a Software Engineer ...

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Experience with compilers such as WindRiver and code coverage tools like VectorCast * Experience ... Proficient in deploying and troubleshooting software for embedded systems, with strong planning and ...

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Software Engineer II and/or Senior Software Engineer - AI Compilers

Redmond, WA • On-site

Microsoft
Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Wholesalers • 10K+ employees

$160K - $261K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


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Job description

Overview
The AI Frameworks team at Microsoft develops the AI software used to train and deploy the world's most advanced AI models. We build state-of-the-art AI compilers and design new AI programming abstractions for Microsoft's next-generation supercomputers and the Maia-200 AI accelerator. Our interdisciplinary team operates at the intersection of compiler engineering, programming language design, algorithmic innovation, AI, and high-performance computing. Our culture is highly collaborative and we regularly partner with hardware architects, platform engineers, researchers, and other groups across Microsoft. We also participate in the open-source community. We are seeking Software Engineers II and/or Senior Software Engineer - AI Compilers to join our AI Compiler team. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team, working on cutting-edge technology that has a direct impact on every Microsoft business.
Responsibilities
As a member of the AI Compilers team you will have the opportunity to work on the following:
  • Invent and implement innovative compiler features and advanced optimization passes, leveraging tools such as LLVM, MLIR, Torch Dynamo, and Triton.
  • Develop code generation techniques for new hardware platforms.
  • Design and develop cutting edge AI software in C++ and Python.
  • Optimize AI workloads.
  • Design new programming abstractions for AI.
  • Collaborate broadly across multiple disciplines from hardware architects to ML developers.
  • Identify requirements, plan and design solutions, estimate effort, and schedule deliverables.
  • Help establish and drive the adoption of outstanding coding standards and patterns and help enhance our inclusive engineering culture.
  • Embody Microsoft's culture and values

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, or Python OR equivalent experience.
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
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++, 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++, or Python OR equivalent experience.
Or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical software engineering experience
3+ years experience programming in C/C++.1+ years experience with optimized systems-level programming.
Experience building compilers, using compiler frameworks like LLVM/MLIR, OR experience optimizing AI/numerical workloads, OR experience in numerical high-performance computing.
Experience with AI frameworks, AI inference systems, AI kernel development, and AI workload optimization.
Software Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $102,100 - $202,200 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 $133,800 - $219,200 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
Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 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 $160,200 - $261,000 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
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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