Software Engineer

MicrosoftNew Zealand

2 days ago

Job description

Overview

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Are you passionate about containerized applications and cloud-native software development? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! At Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Node Lifecycle team, we manage Kubernetes nodes, so AKS customers don\'t have to. The team ensures that nodes support the latest Kubernetes and Azure features and are up to date from a security and compliance perspective.

As a Software Engineer on the Azure Kubernetes Service Infrastructure team, you will be responsible for enabling AKS users to access various operating system distributions, ensuring swift support for the latest upstream Kubernetes versions, and integrating the newest advancements in container runtime and Kubernetes node features for our customers. Additionally, you will enable access to cutting-edge AI hardware through AKS, allowing customers to build their own training labs.

This is a unique opportunity to accelerate your career, develop deep Kubernetes expertise, and shape the future Artificial Intelligence (AI) on AKS at Microsoft.

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.

Responsibilities

Create, manage, and optimize Operating System (OS) images for Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) nodes using tools like Packer.
Manage and maintain Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment (CI / CD) pipelines for building, testing, and publishing Virtual Hard Disk (VHD) images.
Manage and support complex Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) and Network drivers, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting for various GPU types on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
Optimize performance and troubleshoot issues in the node provisioning process.
Implement security measures and ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.
Collaborate with other teams and document processes and configurations.
Monitor system health, respond to incidents, perform root cause analysis, and ensure system reliability.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor\'s Degree in Computer Science, or related technical discipline with proven experience coding in languages including, but not limited to, Golang, C++, C# or Python

OR equivalent experience.

1+ year(s) of experience with at least two of the following areas :

Working in Linux or similar Unix-like server environments

Working on Windows server environments

Using container technologies, Kubernetes, or other cloud-native platforms

Managing services through Microsoft Azure or other cloud infrastructure platforms.

Other Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

1+ year(s) of experience with CI / CD tools and processes, such as Azure DevOps, GitHub, or GitLab.

Bachelor\'s Degree in Computer Science

OR related technical field AND 1+ year(s) technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, Golang, C++, C# or Python

OR Master\'s Degree in Computer Science or related technical field with proven experience coding in languages including, but not limited to, Golang, C++, C# or Python

OR equivalent experience.

1+ year(s) of experience collaborating on, building, and maintaining medium to large-scale software programs actively developed by multiple engineers.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, 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 and / or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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