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Senior Software Engineer
 Microsoft | |
 United States, Texas, Irving | |
| 7000 State Highway 161 (Show on map) | |
 Oct 30, 2025 | |
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OverviewThe Microsoft Azure Host Networking and Hardware Acceleration team is responsible for building a high-performance and reliable network in the cloud. Our organization develops and maintains the network layers between physical infrastructure and virtual machines. Current and future development focuses on Linux platforms and hardware design. We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and develop innovative hyperscale observability tools and platforms that help diagnose complex software-defined networking issues.In this role, you will extend auto-detection systems, work on business-critical incident investigations, and grow as a specialist in kernel-level networking operations. You will build advanced tools for network debugging, mentor team members, interact with customers, and collaborate across organizations. This position requires curiosity about system internals, effective communication skills, and experience with low-level networking technologies.This opportunity provides exposure to large-scale distributed systems and cutting-edge networking solutions, enabling you to make a significant impact on Azure's reliability and performance while advancing your technical knowledge.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.
ResponsibilitiesPartners with appropriate stakeholders to determine user requirements for observability improvements.Contribute code to existing automation and monitoring frameworks.Build and deploy net new tools across production datacenters.Take ownership and drive mission critical customer escalations.Mentor and teach engineers across Azure to improve visibility, use of tools to diagnose, and scale learnings through improved documentation and training.Embody our culture and values | |