Software Engineer II
 Microsoft | |
 United States, California, Mountain View | |
 Nov 23, 2024 | |
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OverviewThe Artificial Intelligence (AI) Frameworks team at Microsoft develops the AI software used to train and deploy the world's most advanced AI models. We collaborate with our hardware teams and partners to build the software stacks for Microsoft's next-generation supercomputers and the Maia AI accelerators. We work closely with Machine Learning (ML) researchers and developers to optimize and scale out model training and inference. We work directly with OpenAI on the models hosted on the Azure OpenAI service. The team operates at the intersection of AI algorithmic innovation, purpose-built AI hardware, systems, and software. We are a cross-discipline team of highly capable and motivated people with a collaborative and inclusive culture and with a shared mission of supporting and driving our AI future. We are looking to hire a Software Engineer II to join our team. As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to work on developing and evaluating core algorithmic and hardware technologies to enable large scale inferencing and training of the most advanced AI models on novel AI hardware. This is a technical role: it requires hands-on software design and development skills. We're looking for a Software Engineer II who has a demonstrated history of solving hard technical problems and is motivated to learn new areas and tackle the hardest problems in building efficient AI systems. An entrepreneurial approach and ability to take initiative and move fast are essential. 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 positivelyimpactour culture every day.
ResponsibilitiesDevelop software for evaluating, experimenting, and productionizing optimization techniques for Large Language Models (LLM's). Perform software development in AI scripting e.g. Python and kernel languages e.g. C/C++, CUDA. Scope solutions, estimate work, schedule deliverables. Embody our Culture and Values. | |