Software Engineer - Azure Data Platform

Role Overview Microsoft is seeking a talented Software Engineer to join the Azure Data engineering team in Bengaluru. This role sits within the Databases team, which is responsible for building and scaling capacity management infrastructure for Azure SQL DB. You will play a key role in driving reliability, performance, security, and operational excellence for mission-critical cloud database workloads. Key Responsibilities - Design, build, and operate scalable services that handle capacity allocation, placement, and lifecycle management for Azure SQL Database workloads - Enhance service reliability, performance, and availability through automation, observability tools, and proactive incident prevention - Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Azure Data to deliver resilient and customer-focused solutions for mission-critical environments - Apply modern engineering practices including CI/CD pipelines, test automation, telemetry-driven development, and DevOps workflows - Continuously improve developer productivity by contributing to tooling, internal frameworks, and automation initiatives Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience - Proven coding experience in one or more languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python - Ability to meet Microsoft and government security screening requirements including Microsoft Cloud Background Check - Strong problem-solving mindset with a passion for building large-scale distributed systems Why Join Us At Microsoft, you will be part of a globally recognized team building the data platform for the AI era, working on products like Microsoft Fabric, Azure SQL DB, Azure Cosmos DB, and Power BI. This is an opportunity to grow your career in a culture that values diverse perspectives, innovation, and openness.

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline - Proficiency in coding languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python - Experience with CI/CD, DevOps, and test automation practices - Familiarity with cloud-based distributed systems and microservices architecture - Ability to pass Microsoft Cloud Background Check - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Opportunity to work on globally impactful cloud products - Inclusive and diverse work culture - Career growth and learning opportunities - Equal opportunity employer with strong non-discrimination policies - Reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious needs