Microsoft is a company where passionate innovators come to collaborate, envision what can be and take their careers further. This is a world of more possibilities, more innovation, more openness, and the sky is the limit thinking in a cloud-enabled world.
As part of Microsoft’s Azure Data engineering group, the databases team is in charge of building the next generation of database cloud services for our global customers. Within Azure Data, the databases team builds and maintains Microsoft's operational Database systems. We store and manage data in a structured way to enable multitude of applications across various industries. We are on a journey to enable developer friendly, mission-critical, AI enabled operational Databases across relational, non-relational and OSS offerings.
As a Software Engineering Intern, you'll work alongside engineers, product managers, and business leaders helping build and operate cloud database technologies that power some of the world's largest applications. You'll gain hands-on experience with modern data platforms while contributing to real projects that impact customers around the globe.
Why Azure Databases?
Every application, AI agent, and business workflow depends on data. Azure Databases is building the operational data platform for the age of AI, helping developers and organizations create intelligent, scalable, and mission critical applications powered by trusted data.
Our team develops and operates some of Microsoft's most strategic cloud services, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Database for PostgreSQL, Azure HorizonDB, Azure Cosmos DB, and emerging technologies that help customers build AI-native applications using features such as vector search, graph engines, semantic operators and built-in AI pipelines. We combine deep expertise in distributed systems, open source innovation, and cloud scale engineering to deliver secure, highly available database services used by organizations around the world.
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
- Designs, develops, and tests software features for Azure database services, including Azure SQL, Azure Database for PostgreSQL, Cosmos DB, and emerging database technologies.
- Builds and improves components that enhance database performance, scalability, reliability, security, and developer productivity.
- Works with large scale distributed systems and cloud infrastructure to solve complex engineering challenges.
- Writes high quality, maintainable code and participate in code reviews, debugging, testing, and deployment activities.
- Analyzes system telemetry and performance data to identify opportunities for optimization and improve customer experiences.
- Collaborates with engineers, product managers, and researchers to deliver new capabilities that support modern data and AI applications.
- Develops automation, tooling, and observability solutions that help teams operate services efficiently and reliably.
- Learns and applies engineering best practices related to software design, security, performance, and live site operations.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related technical field with at least one semester/term remaining following the completion of the internship,
- OR currently pursuing Master’s Degree in Computer Science or related technical field with at least one semester/term remaining following the completion of the internship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework or projects in Algorithms, Databases, Distributed Systems, OS, and Networking.
- Experience programming in one or more languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python, through coursework, projects, internships, research, or open-source contributions.
- Understanding of core computer science concepts including data structures, algorithms, operating systems, networking, or distributed systems.
- Exposure to database systems through coursework, research, or projects, including concepts such as SQL, data modeling, indexing, transactions, query processing, or distributed data.
- Experience building, debugging, or testing software through academic, personal, research, internship, or open-source projects.
- Exposure to AI/ML concepts through coursework, research, or projects, including areas such as generative AI, embeddings, vector search, retrieval, or AI agents.
- Interest in database systems, cloud computing, distributed systems, and building data systems or developer experiences for AI-powered applications.
- Problem-solving skills with curiosity and an ability to learn new technologies and technical concepts.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate technical ideas clearly.
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The base pay range for this internship is USD $5,690.00 - $11,210.00 per month. 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 $7,410.00 - $12,250.00 per month.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-intern-pay
Microsoft accepts applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis throughout the academic calendar
(September - April)
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.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, with at least one semester or term remaining after the internship
- Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, with at least one semester or term remaining after the internship
- Coursework or projects in algorithms, databases, distributed systems, operating systems, and networking
- Programming experience in one or more of C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
- Understanding of data structures, algorithms, operating systems, networking, or distributed systems
- Exposure to database systems, including SQL, data modeling, indexing, transactions, query processing, or distributed data
- Experience building, debugging, or testing software through academic, personal, research, internship, or open-source projects
- Exposure to AI/ML concepts, including generative AI, embeddings, vector search, retrieval, or AI agents
- Interest in database systems, cloud computing, distributed systems, or AI-powered data applications
- Problem-solving skills, curiosity, and ability to learn new technologies and technical concepts
- Ability to collaborate in a team environment and communicate technical ideas clearly
Microsoft Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Microsoft and has not been reviewed or approved by Microsoft.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is presented as broadly competitive overall, with clear role/level/location variation and an emphasis on using posted ranges and band information for apples-to-apples comparisons.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as a standout, highlighted by a strong 401(k) match structure and immediate vesting, plus additional plan features for tax-advantaged saving.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-oriented benefits are portrayed as a meaningful strength, with substantial paid parental leave and added supports like back-up care and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
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