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Microsoft Power Platform roles qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when tied to a relevant bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Australian professionals can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without entering a lottery, with the LCA typically certified within seven business days of employer filing.
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As Microsoft continues to push the boundaries of AI, we are on the lookout for passionate individuals to work with us on the most interesting and challenging AI questions of our time. Our vision is bold and broad — to build systems that have true artificial intelligence across agents, applications, services, and infrastructure. It’s also inclusive: we aim to make AI accessible to all — consumers, businesses, developers — so that everyone can realize its benefits.
Microsoft AI (MS AI) is seeking skilled engineers to advance the next generation of capabilities for our personal AI, Copilot. This role involves crafting user-facing features powered by Generative AI while taking full ownership of their development—from inception to delivery, ensuring exceptional quality and seamless implementation. Ideal candidates will have robust experience in infrastructure, platform engineering, and machine learning, bringing technical expertise and a methodical problem-solving approach. Collaboration across teams at Microsoft is key, as you’ll work to expand Copilot's integrations and scope, creating world-class consumer experiences in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Join a team where positivity, empathy, and effectiveness are as valued as technical acumen.
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.
By applying to this U.S. Mountain View, CA position, you are required to be local to the San Francisco area and in office 3 days a week.
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
- Work on building new AI features that enhance Copilot.
- Build secure and performant AI Platform services that power Copilot.
- Work collaboratively with other AI Researchers, Platform, infrastructure, application engineers to build next generation AI products and services.
- 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 Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or related technical discipline AND 4+ years technical engineering experience building customer-facing applications/products with coding in languages including, but not limited to C#, Python, Java, Golang OR equivalent experience.
- Experience leveraging generative AI technologies to develop innovative and user-focused product features.
- 4+ years' experience building APIs and creating pipelines for large-scale products.
- 4+ years' experience building scalable services on top of public cloud infrastructure like Azure, AWS, or GCP. Extensive use of datastores like RDBMS, key-value stores, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience using Machine Learning frameworks, including experience using, deploying, and scaling language learning models, either personally or professionally.
- 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.
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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.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
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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Frame your Power Platform credentials precisely
Your resume should specify Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Dataverse components separately. Vague 'low-code developer' titles raise specialty occupation questions at consulates, so concrete technical depth in your credentials file protects your E-3 visa application.
Target employers already running Microsoft licensing agreements
Companies on Microsoft's enterprise agreements have Power Platform built into their stack and ongoing implementation demand. These organizations understand the role's technical requirements, which strengthens the specialty occupation argument DOL reviewers apply to your LCA.
Confirm the job description requires a specific degree field
DOL's specialty occupation standard requires the role to normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific discipline. A posting that accepts any bachelor's degree can create LCA complications, so get the employer to tighten the educational requirement in writing before filing.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for LCA and consulate prep
The LCA must be filed and certified by DOL before your consulate appointment. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment, reducing back-and-forth delays between you and your employer.
Negotiate your start date around the seven-day LCA window
DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, but consulate appointment availability in Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth can add two to six weeks. Build that buffer into your offer letter's start date so you don't arrive before your visa stamp is in hand.
Leverage your E-3 advantage when H-1B gaps arise
Employers who missed the H-1B visa cap or lost a lottery registration can hire you on an E-3 without waiting for the next fiscal year cycle. Raise this directly with hiring managers who cite previous sponsorship failures as a reason not to proceed.
E-3 Visa Microsoft Power Platform: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Microsoft Power Platform jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search, as it filters specifically for E-3-eligible roles and employers with active sponsorship history. Look for positions that explicitly list Power Apps, Power Automate, or Power BI as core requirements rather than optional skills, since those postings signal the technical depth that supports a specialty occupation filing.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Microsoft Power Platform role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a directly related field. Roles centered on configuring Power Platform solutions within enterprise environments consistently meet this standard. Where qualifications vary, DOL reviewers focus on whether the degree requirement is stated as a minimum, not merely preferred, so the job description wording matters.
How does the E-3 visa compare to H-1B for Power Platform professionals?
The E-3 has no annual lottery and no numerical cap for the vast majority of applicants, so you can file year-round whenever you have a job offer. H-1B requires registration in April and a random selection process before any petition can be filed. For Australian Power Platform professionals, this means a confirmed offer can move to a consulate appointment in weeks rather than waiting up to 18 months for an H-1B cycle to complete.
Can I transfer to a new Power Platform role on E-3 without leaving the United States?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA and you must either obtain a new E-3 visa stamp at an Australian or third-country consulate or, in some cases, change status from within the U.S. The key constraint is that you cannot start the new role until the new LCA is certified and the visa or status change is approved, so plan your transition timeline with your employer accordingly.