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Backend Engineer roles at Microsoft span distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and large-scale APIs across products like Azure, Microsoft 365, and Xbox. Microsoft actively sponsors work visas for technical roles and has established internal processes for H-1B, E-3, and immigrant visa pathways, making it a realistic target for international engineers.
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Microsoft AI is looking for a talented Backend engineer to help build the next wave of capabilities of our personalized AI assistant, Copilot. We’re looking for someone who will bring an abundance of positive energy, empathy, and kindness to the team every day, in addition to being highly effective. The right candidate enjoys building world-class consumer experiences and products in a fast-paced environment.
This team is responsible for building and scaling the core backend platform - Orchestrator, Inference and APIs that power Consumer Copilot—enabling rapid development, deployment, and iteration of AI-powered features and experiences while collaborating with our Product Management, Design, Data Scientists, and AI Research teams to deliver impactful results.
Our newly formed organization, Microsoft AI (MAI), is dedicated to advancing Copilot and other consumer AI products and research. The team is responsible for Copilot, Bing, Edge, and generative AI research. Come be a part of the team shaping the future personal computing.
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.
Starting January 26, 2026, MAI employees are expected to work from a designated Microsoft office at least four days a week if they live within 50 miles (U.S.) or 25 miles (non-U.S., country-specific) of that location. This expectation is subject to local law and may vary by jurisdiction.
Responsibilities
- Build secure and performant APIs that power Copilot apps.
- Work collaboratively with other product engineers, Product Managers, and platform engineers to take ambiguous projects and mold them into amazing experiences.
- Ship high-quality, well-tested, secure, and maintainable code.
- Find a path to get things done despite roadblocks to get your work into the hands of users quickly and iteratively.
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced, design-driven, product development cycle.
- Embody our Culture and Values.
Qualifications
Required/Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- 4+ years' experience building backend API for mobile apps such as GraphQL/Rest APIs/Protobuf/Thrift, and streaming protocols such as websocket/SSE/WebRTC with familiarity in backend and mobile data schema code generation or consistency, version control for mobile releases, analytics, feature flags, a/b testing framework.
- 4+ years' experience building scalable services on top of public cloud infrastructure like Azure, AWS, or GCP. Extensive use datastores like RDBMS, key-value stores, etc.
- 4+ years' experience building distributed systems at scale and extensive systems knowledge that spans bare-metal hosts to containers to networking.
- Experience working with AI platforms, frameworks, and APIs.
- Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and user experience.
- Dedication to writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code with a focus on application quality, performance, and security.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers.
- Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Passion for learning new technologies and staying up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in web development and AI.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing requirements and deadlines.
- Proven ability to collaborate and contribute to a positive, inclusive work environment, fostering knowledge sharing and growth within the team.
Compensation
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 $158,400 - $258,000 per year.
Software Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $139,900 - $274,800 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 $188,000 - $304,200 per year.
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.
Overview
Microsoft AI is looking for a talented Backend engineer to help build the next wave of capabilities of our personalized AI assistant, Copilot. We’re looking for someone who will bring an abundance of positive energy, empathy, and kindness to the team every day, in addition to being highly effective. The right candidate enjoys building world-class consumer experiences and products in a fast-paced environment.
This team is responsible for building and scaling the core backend platform - Orchestrator, Inference and APIs that power Consumer Copilot—enabling rapid development, deployment, and iteration of AI-powered features and experiences while collaborating with our Product Management, Design, Data Scientists, and AI Research teams to deliver impactful results.
Our newly formed organization, Microsoft AI (MAI), is dedicated to advancing Copilot and other consumer AI products and research. The team is responsible for Copilot, Bing, Edge, and generative AI research. Come be a part of the team shaping the future personal computing.
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.
Starting January 26, 2026, MAI employees are expected to work from a designated Microsoft office at least four days a week if they live within 50 miles (U.S.) or 25 miles (non-U.S., country-specific) of that location. This expectation is subject to local law and may vary by jurisdiction.
Responsibilities
- Build secure and performant APIs that power Copilot apps.
- Work collaboratively with other product engineers, Product Managers, and platform engineers to take ambiguous projects and mold them into amazing experiences.
- Ship high-quality, well-tested, secure, and maintainable code.
- Find a path to get things done despite roadblocks to get your work into the hands of users quickly and iteratively.
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced, design-driven, product development cycle.
- Embody our Culture and Values.
Qualifications
Required/Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- 4+ years' experience building backend API for mobile apps such as GraphQL/Rest APIs/Protobuf/Thrift, and streaming protocols such as websocket/SSE/WebRTC with familiarity in backend and mobile data schema code generation or consistency, version control for mobile releases, analytics, feature flags, a/b testing framework.
- 4+ years' experience building scalable services on top of public cloud infrastructure like Azure, AWS, or GCP. Extensive use datastores like RDBMS, key-value stores, etc.
- 4+ years' experience building distributed systems at scale and extensive systems knowledge that spans bare-metal hosts to containers to networking.
- Experience working with AI platforms, frameworks, and APIs.
- Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and user experience.
- Dedication to writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code with a focus on application quality, performance, and security.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers.
- Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Passion for learning new technologies and staying up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in web development and AI.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing requirements and deadlines.
- Proven ability to collaborate and contribute to a positive, inclusive work environment, fostering knowledge sharing and growth within the team.
Compensation
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 $158,400 - $258,000 per year.
Software Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $139,900 - $274,800 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 $188,000 - $304,200 per year.
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.
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Align your portfolio with Microsoft's systems scale
Microsoft backend interviews emphasize distributed systems design, fault tolerance, and high-throughput APIs. Before applying, build or document projects that demonstrate experience with systems operating at cloud scale, not just standard CRUD applications.
Target teams with consistent sponsorship histories
Azure infrastructure, Microsoft 365 platform, and developer tooling teams have historically filed LCAs with the DOL for backend roles. Cross-referencing DOL OFLC disclosure data helps you identify which internal orgs actively sponsor, so you can prioritize those hiring managers.
Find Microsoft's sponsored Backend Engineer openings on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to filter Microsoft backend roles by visa type before applying. This saves time by surfacing positions where sponsorship is already part of the offer process, rather than asking hiring managers upfront.
Prepare your credentials before the H-1B cap deadline
Microsoft files H-1B registrations in March for the October 1 fiscal year start. Have your degree evaluations, transcripts, and employment verification letters ready by February so your employer's immigration counsel can prepare the petition without delays.
Understand how USCIS specialty occupation applies to your role
USCIS scrutinizes whether backend engineering positions require a degree in a specific technical field. Roles titled 'Software Engineer II' with well-defined computer science requirements pass more cleanly than ambiguous titles, so confirm the exact job title before your offer letter is finalized.
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Does Microsoft sponsor H-1B visas for Backend Engineers?
Yes, Microsoft sponsors H-1B visas for Backend Engineers. Sponsorship is initiated after you receive and accept an offer. Microsoft's in-house immigration team works with outside counsel to file the H-1B petition, which means you won't manage the process alone. Roles need to qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards, and backend engineering positions with a defined computer science degree requirement generally meet that threshold.
Which visa types does Microsoft commonly sponsor for Backend Engineer roles?
Microsoft sponsors H-1B visas for most international backend hires. Australian citizens are eligible for the E-3 visa, which avoids the H-1B lottery entirely and runs on a separate annual cap. For longer-term immigration, Microsoft supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card petitions, including the PERM labor certification process, for engineers in qualifying roles. H-1B1 is also available for Chilean and Singaporean nationals.
What qualifications does Microsoft expect for Backend Engineer candidates needing sponsorship?
Microsoft generally expects a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field for backend roles. Strong proficiency in languages like C++, C#, Java, or Python is expected, along with demonstrated experience in distributed systems, APIs, or cloud services. USCIS requires the role to have a direct relationship between the degree field and the job duties, so a clearly matched educational background matters.
How do I apply for Backend Engineer jobs at Microsoft?
Browse Backend Engineer openings at Microsoft on Migrate Mate, which filters for roles where visa sponsorship is available. Once you identify a position, apply through Microsoft's careers portal. The interview process typically includes a recruiter screen, coding assessments focused on algorithms and system design, and a virtual or onsite loop with the engineering team. Sponsorship discussions generally happen after an offer is extended.
How do I plan my timeline if I need Microsoft to sponsor my visa?
If you're relying on the H-1B, the registration window opens in early March and the lottery results come in late March, with petitions filed by June for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT, cap-gap protection can keep you authorized through the wait. E-3 visas for Australians can be processed through a U.S. consulate in a matter of weeks once the LCA is certified by the DOL, giving you a faster path to a start date.
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