Member of Technical Staff - Copilot AI Companion Engineering Manager
Microsoft
Software Engineering, Other Engineering, IT, Data Science
USD 137,600-267k / year
Posted on Nov 15, 2025
Member of Technical Staff - Copilot AI Companion Engineering Manager
Mountain View, California, United States
Date posted
Nov 14, 2025
Job number
MIC147404
Work site
Up to 50% work from home
Role type
People Manager
Profession
Software Engineering
Discipline
Software Engineering
Employment type
Full-Time
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Overview
As Microsoft continues to push the boundaries of AI, we are on the lookout for passionate individuals to work with us on the most interesting and challenging AI questions of our time. Our vision is bold and broad — to build systems that have true artificial intelligence across agents, applications, services, and infrastructure. It’s also inclusive: we aim to make AI accessible to all — consumers, businesses, developers — so that everyone can realize its benefits.
Microsoft AI (MAI) is seeking experienced Member of Technical Staff - Copilot AI Companion Engineering Manager to lead building high-performing, emotional, delightful character experience in Copilot. You’ll work in a deeply iterative, collaborative, fast-paced environment to bring our technology to millions of users around the world. You will lead a team of talented software engineers to deliver world-class AI companion experiences that are secure, reliable, and scalable, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including Product, Design, and Research. We value engineers who are self-starters, care deeply about the end user experience, and take pride in building products to solve customer needs.
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.
Starting January 26, 2026, MAI employees are expected to work from a designated Microsoft office at least four days a week if they live within 50 miles (U.S.) or 25 miles (non-U.S., country-specific) of that location. This expectation is subject to local law and may vary by jurisdiction.
Responsibilities
- Hire, manage, and lead a team of software engineers responsible for delivering high-performing, emotional, delightful AI character experiences
- Ship AI powered experiences that will shape how millions of people will interact with AI in the future
- Collaborate with Eng, Design and Product leadership to prioritize features and deliver a world-class AI companion to the world
- Design and build a performant AI Character infrastructure that drives fast, reliable, and scalable character experiences
- Drive implementation of features and systems, breaking down long-term goals into clear milestones, aligning with release plans, and ensuring cross-team coordination.
- Embody our Culture and Values.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or related technical discipline AND 6 years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C , C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
- OR equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or related technical discipline AND 8 years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C , C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
- OR Master'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.
- 6 years people management experience.
- Experience leading engineering teams to deliver large-scale software systems, preferably in AI, machine learning, graphics or related fields.
- Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are comfortable making progress in ambiguity.
- Enjoy working closely with cross-functional partners and teammates in an inclusive, curious culture.
- Have strong opinions about best investments to make in establishing the most delightful and performant AI companion engineering system.
Software Engineering M5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $137,600 - $267,000 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 $180,400 - $294,000 per year.
Software Engineering M6 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $161,600 - $286,200 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 $209,600 - $314,400 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
Microsoft will accept applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis.
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Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.
Industry leading healthcare
Educational resources
Discounts on products and services
Savings and investments
Maternity and paternity leave
Generous time away
Giving programs
Opportunities to network and connect
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