Senior Software Engineer, Azure Host Networking

Microsoft Azure is a global cloud computing platform that enables organizations to build, host, and operate applications at scale. At the heart of this platform is Azure Core Compute, which powers services such as Microsoft Teams, Bing, Exchange, Xbox, Structured Query Language (SQL) Azure, Office 365, HDInsight, and Cosmos Database. It also supports customers across industries including retail, finance, logistics, and gaming, providing the infrastructure needed to run diverse workloads reliably and efficiently.

The Azure Core Compute team in India Development Center (IDC) is focused on delivering a cloud platform capable of running any workload. The team is rapidly growing and works on advancing cloud architecture, data center management, and foundational infrastructure. Engineers collaborate to push boundaries and deliver innovations that improve performance, scalability, and reliability across the Azure ecosystem.

We are seeking Senior Software Engineer, Azure Host Networking with experience in software development and team leadership. Candidates should bring a willingness to explore new ideas, take calculated risks, and apply fast-fail techniques to drive innovation. Experience in host networking stacks, Data Plane Development Kit (DPDK), and System on Chip (SoC) architectures for accelerated networking is highly valued. The role involves leading engineering efforts to deliver high-quality solutions in a key performance indicator (KPI)-driven environment.

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.