Overview

We are Copilot Experiences Team and are the primary team responsible for all Copilot UX in all Canvases. This unique space challenges us to innovate and find new ways to meet the expectations of consumers, while respecting the compliance needs of enterprise. We’re seeking a front-end Senior Software Engineer - Copilot to lead the development of real-time conversational interfaces across Microsoft platforms. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys mentoring others, and is passionate about crafting seamless user experiences that integrate cutting-edge AI technologies.

You will have the opportunity to collaborate with teams across Microsoft and the world to develop innovative Copilot Experiences for the Enterprises. In the big picture, you will contribute to components integrated in Copilot across the Microsoft365 ecosystem, including Harmony, Edge, Word/Excel/PowerPoint Apps, Teams, Outlook and more. If you are passionate about building highly scalable and fault tolerant services and responsible development and building UX components that are accessible and sensitive to the needs of all users, we would love to consider your application for this role!

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

Architect and implement scalable front-end solutions for real-time conversation systems.
Drive technical design discussions and influence product direction.
Optimize performance, accessibility, and responsiveness across platforms.
Constantly improve live site with monitoring and automation.
Modularize components for use across Microsoft 365.
Mentor early in profession engineers and contribute to team growth and engineering 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.
4+ years of experience in front-end development.
4+ years of experince in JavaScript/TypeScript and frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.
4+ years of experience integrating with RESTful APIs and cloud services.

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++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
- OR equivalent experience.
React, TypeScript, and other front-end technologies for modern UI development.
WebSocket, and WebRTC for real-time interactions.
Azure OpenAI for integrating intelligent voice and text capabilities.
Understanding of asynchronous data flows, state management, and real-time communication (e.g., WebSockets, SignalR).

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.

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, read more about requesting accommodations.