Lead Backend Engineer, Platform

Microsoft is hiring a Lead Backend Engineer, Platform to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Lead Backend Engineer, Platform, you'll design, build, and ship reliable software that scales to millions of users. This is a part-time, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — US (East Coast)). About the role You'll design, build, and ship reliable software that scales to millions of users, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Review pull requests and mentor teammates • Collaborate with product and design on new initiatives • Develop, test, and maintain features across the stack • Write clean, well-tested, and documented code • Improve performance, reliability, and developer experience What we offer: • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Home office and wellness stipends • Flexible working hours across US time zones • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • Competitive salary and meaningful equity How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. Microsoft is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 7+ years of experience, including leading teams or projects • Experience with version control and CI/CD • Proficiency in one or more modern languages (TypeScript, Go, Python, or Java) • US work authorization • Strong communication in a remote, async environment Nice to have: • A growth mindset and eagerness to keep learning • Comfort communicating clearly and proactively in writing