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Senior DevOps Engineer roles at Microsoft sit at the intersection of cloud infrastructure, automation, and enterprise-scale reliability engineering. Microsoft has a strong track record of sponsoring international engineers across multiple visa categories for this function, making it a realistic target for skilled DevOps professionals seeking U.S. work authorization.
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Core AI is at the forefront of Microsoft’s mission to redefine how software is built and experienced. We are responsible for building the foundational platforms, services, programming models, and developer experiences that power the next generation of applications using Generative AI. Our work enables developers and enterprises to harness the full potential of AI to create intelligent, adaptive, and transformative software.
Enterprise experience team owns an Azure Resource Provider which is responsible for building the foundation of Microsoft Foundry Platform, enabling businesses and developers to create their own AI Agent solutions. We deliver a high-performance, reliable platform that meets strict enterprise requirements, including security, governance, and data isolation, while driving customer engagement through agent tools and capabilities.
In this role, you will design and develop platform services that power Microsoft Foundry's enterprise capabilities, including agent tooling frameworks, authentication flows, and control plane APIs. You will deliver advanced security features such as private networking, agent identity framework, customer-managed keys for data encryption, and contribute to infrastructure reliability and live site operations.
At Microsoft, our mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. We live this mission every day through a culture that embraces a growth mindset, values diverse perspectives, and encourages continuous learning. We believe in creating an environment where individuals bring their best selves to work, collaborate openly, and build technology that makes a meaningful impact. Join us and help shape the future of the world.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop platform features including agent tooling frameworks, authentication flows, and control plane APIs
- Deliver unified APIs and advanced security features (private networking, data encryption, cache resiliency)
- Lead cross-org collaboration with partner teams across Azure, M365, and Security to deliver end-to-end solutions
- Adopt AI-first development practices in daily work and leverage AI to accelerate innovation and productivity
- Drive live site excellence through infrastructure reliability and operational excellence
Qualifications
Required 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.
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#, Go, Java, or Python OR equivalent experience.
- 5+ years technical engineering experience designing and delivering highly available, large-scale cloud services and distributed systems.
- Advocate for AI-first development with hands-on experience leveraging AI tools to accelerate engineering productivity
- 1+ years of technical engineering experience with machine learning or Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems
Compensation
- 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.
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.
Overview
Core AI is at the forefront of Microsoft’s mission to redefine how software is built and experienced. We are responsible for building the foundational platforms, services, programming models, and developer experiences that power the next generation of applications using Generative AI. Our work enables developers and enterprises to harness the full potential of AI to create intelligent, adaptive, and transformative software.
Enterprise experience team owns an Azure Resource Provider which is responsible for building the foundation of Microsoft Foundry Platform, enabling businesses and developers to create their own AI Agent solutions. We deliver a high-performance, reliable platform that meets strict enterprise requirements, including security, governance, and data isolation, while driving customer engagement through agent tools and capabilities.
In this role, you will design and develop platform services that power Microsoft Foundry's enterprise capabilities, including agent tooling frameworks, authentication flows, and control plane APIs. You will deliver advanced security features such as private networking, agent identity framework, customer-managed keys for data encryption, and contribute to infrastructure reliability and live site operations.
At Microsoft, our mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. We live this mission every day through a culture that embraces a growth mindset, values diverse perspectives, and encourages continuous learning. We believe in creating an environment where individuals bring their best selves to work, collaborate openly, and build technology that makes a meaningful impact. Join us and help shape the future of the world.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop platform features including agent tooling frameworks, authentication flows, and control plane APIs
- Deliver unified APIs and advanced security features (private networking, data encryption, cache resiliency)
- Lead cross-org collaboration with partner teams across Azure, M365, and Security to deliver end-to-end solutions
- Adopt AI-first development practices in daily work and leverage AI to accelerate innovation and productivity
- Drive live site excellence through infrastructure reliability and operational excellence
Qualifications
Required 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.
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#, Go, Java, or Python OR equivalent experience.
- 5+ years technical engineering experience designing and delivering highly available, large-scale cloud services and distributed systems.
- Advocate for AI-first development with hands-on experience leveraging AI tools to accelerate engineering productivity
- 1+ years of technical engineering experience with machine learning or Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems
Compensation
- 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.
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.
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Align your credentials to Microsoft's engineering levels
Microsoft maps DevOps roles to internal engineering levels. Before applying, review the seniority signals in job postings closely. Your resume should reflect scope of ownership, not just tooling familiarity, to clear the initial leveling screen.
Target teams running Azure-native infrastructure stacks
Microsoft's DevOps hiring concentrates heavily in teams building on Azure, GitHub Actions, and Kubernetes at scale. Framing your experience around those specific platforms increases your fit signal for the roles most likely to move through hiring quickly.
Understand how Microsoft handles H-1B cap timing
If you need a cap-subject H-1B, your start date is tied to the USCIS lottery cycle. Microsoft typically coordinates offer timing around this, but you should know that a lottery miss means a 12-month wait before the next filing window opens.
Prepare for technical interviews that test systems design depth
Microsoft's senior DevOps interviews consistently include systems design rounds focused on large-scale distributed infrastructure. Sponsors invest in strong candidates, so demonstrating architectural thinking, not just scripting proficiency, directly affects whether an offer is extended.
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Does Microsoft sponsor H-1B visas for Senior Devops Engineers?
Yes, Microsoft sponsors H-1B visas for Senior DevOps Engineers. This role qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards, requiring at minimum a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a closely related field. If you're subject to the annual H-1B cap, timing your application around the USCIS lottery registration window in March is essential. Microsoft works with experienced immigration counsel to manage the filing process once an offer is extended.
How do I apply for Senior Devops Engineer jobs at Microsoft?
Applications go through Microsoft's careers portal, but browsing roles filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility is faster through Migrate Mate. Once you identify a matching role, the process involves an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone screen, and a full virtual interview loop covering systems design, coding, and behavioral rounds. Having your visa situation clearly understood before the offer stage avoids delays.
Which visa types does Microsoft commonly sponsor for Senior Devops Engineers?
Microsoft sponsors H-1B visas for most international candidates in this role. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and allows faster processing through consular channels. For candidates already on an F-1 OPT or STEM OPT extension, Microsoft can file an H-1B petition before the OPT expires. Green Card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 is also available for longer-tenured employees.
What qualifications does Microsoft expect for a Senior Devops Engineer role?
Microsoft's senior-level DevOps roles typically require significant hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure at scale, particularly on Azure. Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or Bicep, CI/CD pipeline design, and container orchestration with Kubernetes is expected. A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related engineering discipline is the baseline credential, and it also satisfies the specialty occupation requirement for H-1B visa purposes under USCIS guidelines.
How do I time my application if I need H-1B sponsorship at Microsoft?
The H-1B cap registration window opens in March each year, with approved petitions taking effect on October 1. If you're on F-1 STEM OPT, you have up to 24 months of buffer, which gives you runway to secure an offer and file. For candidates not on any current status, E-3 (if Australian) or H-1B1 (if Chilean or Singaporean) offer cap-exempt alternatives worth discussing directly with Microsoft's recruiting team.
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