Senior Cloud AI Optical Network Engineer - Redmond, WA, United States - Microsoft

Microsoft Redmond, WA, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

Have you noticed that a new history of optical fiber loss is achieved and improving with Hollow Core Fiber (HCF), and do you want to be part of it? Do you want to shape the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with cutting-edge optical networking technologies? Do you imagine connecting many Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) and Central Processing Units (CPUs) with high-speed optical links to build the next level of computing power for everyone and everything in the world? Do you strive to make the network that allows this new level of human advancement accessible, reliable, self-healing, and everywhere? If so, this role is ideal for you.

As a Senior Cloud AI Optical Network Engineer, you will get to design and implement optical networking systems for AI, work on global network strategy, lead the optical networking technology innovation, and create auto control and management platforms to make the network accessible, reliable, and self-healing.

This role gives you the opportunity to advance your career in a thriving area of technological innovation, acquire deep knowledge in optical networking tailored for AI applications, and learn the skills required for large-scale network automation.

You'll enjoy a flexible work environment where you can work from home partly and come to the office/lab when needed.

Join us in making an impact and expanding the limits of what's possible.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.

As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals.

Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Required Qualifications:

7+ years of technical experience specializing in fiber optical network design, development, and automation with a focus on optical system or subsystem design, validation, and testing utilizing coherent, direct-detection, and WDM technologies.

OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Fiber Optical Network Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field AND 4+ years of technical experience with a focus on optical transceiver design, validation, and testing utilizing coherent, direct-detection, and WDM technologies.

OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Fiber Optical Network Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field AND 3+ years of technical experience with a focus on optical transceiver design, validation, and testing utilizing coherent, direct-detection, and WDM technologies.

OR Doctorate Degree in Electrical Engineering, Fiber Optical Network Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, AND 1+ years of experience delivering fiber optical network designs into production and live site accountability for a network.

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:

11+ years of technical experience with a focus on optical transceiver design, validation, and testing utilizing coherent, direct-detection, and WDM technologies.

Automation experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, Python, C#, JavaScript, or RUST.OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Fiber Optical Network Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field AND 8+ years of technical experience with a focus on optical transceiver design, validation, and testing utilizing coherent, direct-detection, and WDM technologies, AND automation experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, Python, C#, JavaScript, or RUST.OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Fiber Optical Network Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field AND 6+ years of technical experience with a focus on optical transceiver design, validation, and testing utilizing coherent, direct-detection, and WDM technologies, AND automation experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, Python, C#, JavaScript, or RUST.OR Doctorate Degree in Electrical Engineering, Fiber Optical Network Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field AND 3+ years of technical experience with a focus on optical transceiver design, validation, and testing utilizing coherent, direct-detection, and WDM technologies, AND 1+ years of experience delivering fiber optical network designs into production and live site accountability for a network, AND automation experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, Python, C#, JavaScript, or RUST.Cloud Network Engineering IC- The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S.

is USD $112,000 - $218,400 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 $145,800 - $238,600 per year.

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 May 7, 2024.Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.

#azurecorejobsOptical Network Design for AI Systems:
Collaborate with key stakeholders to ascertain customer requirements specific to optical networking for AI systems.

Lead the design and development of specialized optical network components, focusing on optical direct-detection and coherent technologies, to meet both customer and technical requirements.

Create comprehensive design documents that detail the architectural blueprint for optical solutions optimized for AI applications.

Testing and Validation:
Conduct rigorous testing and validation of optical systems and components.

Utilize automation tools to establish test cases, and identify gaps in test coverage, ensuring the transceivers' high-performance compatibility with AI applications.

Code Implementation and Optimization:
Develop, optimize, debug, and refactor code tailored for the management and automation of optical networks, focusing on scalability and efficiency in AI-driven network environments

Project and Feature Leadership:

Utilize your in-depth expertise in coherent and direct-detection optical technologies to steer project and release plans in coordination with project managers and stakeholders.

Make sure these plans align with the overarching objectives of optical networking optimized for AI systems.

Operational Readiness and Incident Management:

Act as the Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) during on-call rotations, efficiently responding to incidents with significant customer or business impact.

Assess the level of impact, troubleshoot issues, and deploy targeted fixes to resolve root causes. Coordinate with multiple teams, from product owners to engineers, to facilitate timely incident resolution. Implement automation strategies to prevent recurrence of issues.

Escalate complex or ambiguous problems as needed, and contribute to postmortem reviews, sharing insights on incidents and their resolutionsTelemetry and Data Analysis for Optical Networks:
Monitor network telemetry designed specifically for AI-optimized optical networks.

Leverage data analytics to detect patterns, errors, and unexpected issues, using these insights to make informed decisions on product and service improvementsContinuous Improvement and Trend Adaptation:
Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in optical networking and AI.

Seek out new knowledge and techniques that can improve the availability, reliability, efficiency, and scalability of AI-optimized optical networks, adapting new solutions and best practices accordingly.

Embody our Culture and Values.
Employment typeFull-TimeWork siteUp to 50% work from homeRole typeIndividual ContributorDisciplineCloud Network EngineeringProfessionSoftware Engineering

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