Microsoft has 521 active AI-related job listings. The majority of these roles are focused on agents, representing 37% of the total, followed by application and serving infrastructure. Engineering is the most frequent function, with a significant number of openings, and the United States is the primary hiring country. Frequent tech tags include agent orchestration, model serving, and LLM observability, suggesting a focus on operationalizing AI models. Over the last 30 days, Microsoft has added 280 new AI roles, a 157% increase compared to the previous 30-day period.
Currently tracking 250 active AI roles, down 24% versus the prior 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $65k–$331k (avg $195k).
Microsoft currently has 343 active AI-related roles in our index. The most common open titles are: Principal Software Engineer (19), Senior Software Engineer (19), Software Engineer II (8), Principal Applied Scientist (7), Principal Data Scientist (4). Most positions are in Engineering and Research.
Microsoft's active AI hiring is concentrated in: agents (36%), application (21%), serving infrastructure (19%). These categories follow a seven-stage AI lifecycle: data, pre-training, post-training, serving infrastructure, agents, evaluation, and application.
Microsoft is hiring AI talent in: United States (308 roles), Canada (15 roles), Japan (8 roles), United Kingdom (7 roles).
Job postings at Microsoft most frequently mention: Computer Architecture, Python, Machine Learning, C#, C++.
In the past 30 days, Microsoft has posted 227 new AI-related roles.
| Title | Stage | AI score |
|---|---|---|
| Solution Engineering - PwD Opportunities Solution Engineer role focused on connecting Microsoft AI solutions (Copilot, Azure AI, Fabric) to customer business outcomes, supporting technical wins, simplifying architectures, and building customer confidence through engagements and prototyping. The role is part of an 'Ability Hiring Event' for candidates with disabilities. | Ship | 5 |
| Data Center Program Manager (On-Site) This role is for a Data Center Program Manager responsible for the operations and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment within Microsoft's global datacenters. The role involves managing preventative and corrective maintenance, monitoring equipment performance, ensuring compliance, acting as an escalation point for facilities issues, and driving cost/energy efficiency projects. It is not directly related to AI/ML development. | — |
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| Critical Environment (CE) Technical Trainer Microsoft is seeking a Critical Environment (CE) Technical Trainer to join their Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) Learning team. This role involves establishing technical training delivery, conducting workforce training needs analysis, and participating in procedural change management activities for datacenters. The trainer will leverage technical and adult learning fundamentals to evaluate and report on training activities, and coach learners in their career growth. The role is primarily on-site in a datacenter with limited remote work. Responsibilities include aligning learning preparation with success metrics, building awareness of new features and technologies, delivering training (in-person or virtual), using digitally enhanced instructor-led resources, applying classroom management techniques, and creating a supportive learning environment. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years of experience in training, critical environments, cloud systems, or datacenter environments, along with proficiency in Brazilian Portuguese and advanced English. A Microsoft Cloud Background Check is mandatory. | — | 0 |
| Senior Critical Environment Operations - Day Shift This role is for a Senior Critical Environment Technician responsible for maintaining critical infrastructure in Microsoft's datacenters. Responsibilities include monitoring, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, enforcing safety and security requirements, and developing operating procedures. The role focuses on ensuring the safe and reliable operation of datacenter facilities. | — | 0 |
| Electrical Engineer, Data Center (On-Site) This role is for an Electrical Engineer focused on data center operations and infrastructure for Microsoft's cloud services. Responsibilities include design, testing, verification, and technical project implementation of electrical systems within datacenters. The role emphasizes collaboration, adherence to industry trends, and contributing to a sustainable and inclusive work environment. | — | 0 |
| Critical Environment Operations - Night Shift This role is for a Critical Environment Technician responsible for maintaining critical infrastructure in Microsoft's datacenters. Responsibilities include ensuring safety and security, performing equipment maintenance, troubleshooting issues, documenting findings, and coordinating with vendors. The role focuses on the operational reliability and safety of datacenter facilities. | — | 0 |
| Critical Environment Operations - Day Shift This role is for a Critical Environment Technician responsible for maintaining critical infrastructure in Microsoft's datacenters. Responsibilities include ensuring safety and security, performing equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, documenting issues, and coordinating with vendors. The role focuses on the operational reliability and safety of datacenter facilities. | — | 0 |
| Critical Environment Technicians Manager (On-Site) Manages a team of Critical Environment Technicians responsible for the operations, maintenance, and safety of data center facilities, including electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems. Focuses on people management, equipment operations, system maintenance, and fostering a strong safety culture. | — | 0 |