Job Description
AI Client Engineer II – Gaming AI
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Date posted
Jun 1+, 2026
Job number
1833246
Work site
Up to 50% work from home
Travel
0-25 %
Role type
Individual Contributor
Profession
Software Engineering
Discipline
Software Engineering
Employment type
Full-Time
Overview
Are you passionate about building intuitive user interfaces that help people interact with intelligent systems? Do you thrive in environments where design, engineering, and AI innovation intersect?
At Xbox Gaming AI, we are exploring emerging technology trends to craft the next era of gaming. We are venturing beyond the horizon and charting a course forward with players and creators at the center. Our goal is to define the future of Xbox by advancing our mission of bringing joy and community to every player on the planet. If you value dynamic and agile teams that are proactively advocating for a diverse workforce, we have a great role for you.
We’re looking for an AI Client Engineer II to help build the UI experiences and interaction layers of AI-powered tools and experiences. You’ll work alongside product, engineers, designers, and researchers to build features that make complex systems feel simple, responsive, and human-centered. This role is perfect for an engineer who brings a strong foundation in front-end development and a curiosity for how intelligent systems can empower creativity.
This is a unique opportunity to help define new categories of play and build experiences that blend creativity, technology, and community.
We Value
Growth Mindset: You are always learning and open to feedback to strengthen your craft.
Be Brave. Be Bold: You embrace experimentation and aren't afraid to try new ideas.
Collaborate: You thrive in cross-disciplinary teams and value diverse perspectives.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: You help foster an environment where everyone feels heard and empowered to contribute.
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.
Qualifications
Required/Minimum Qualifications (RQs/MQs)
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, TypeScript, C, C++, C#, JavaScript, or Python
OR equivalent experience.
2+ years of experience building front-end applications using React, TypeScript, and modern web frameworks.
6+ months of experience integrating client applications with Azure OpenAI Service (e.g., Chat Completion, Embedding APIs) or similar LLM APIs.
1+ years developing front-end architecture, design systems, and responsive interaction design.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience building front-end interfaces for chatbots, copilots, or natural language-driven features.
Familiarity with Microsoft AI tooling and ecosystem (e.g., Azure OpenAI SDK, Semantic Kernel, Azure AI Studio).
Exposure to conversational UI patterns, real-time inference workflows, or uncertainty handling in UX.
Software Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across Canada is CAD $85,000 - CAD $166,800 per year.
Find additional pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/canada-pay-information.html
Microsoft will accept applications for the role until July 11, 2026.
Responsibilities
Build and maintain user-facing features that help users interact with AI systems in intuitive, creative ways.
Use modern client technologies like React, TypeScript, and Tailwind to deliver responsive and performant UIs.
Collaborate with designers and researchers to explore new interaction models, from prompt-based tools to real-time feedback systems.
Work with AI engineers to integrate model outputs and backend services into usable, testable front-end features.
Participate in architectural discussions and help evolve shared front-end infrastructure and component libraries.
Contribute to usability, accessibility, and user feedback efforts to continually refine AI user experiences.
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
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, *** (including pregnancy), ****** orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Date posted
Jun 1+, 2026
Job number
1833246
Work site
Up to 50% work from home
Travel
0-25 %
Role type
Individual Contributor
Profession
Software Engineering
Discipline
Software Engineering
Employment type
Full-Time
Overview
Are you passionate about building intuitive user interfaces that help people interact with intelligent systems? Do you thrive in environments where design, engineering, and AI innovation intersect?
At Xbox Gaming AI, we are exploring emerging technology trends to craft the next era of gaming. We are venturing beyond the horizon and charting a course forward with players and creators at the center. Our goal is to define the future of Xbox by advancing our mission of bringing joy and community to every player on the planet. If you value dynamic and agile teams that are proactively advocating for a diverse workforce, we have a great role for you.
We’re looking for an AI Client Engineer II to help build the UI experiences and interaction layers of AI-powered tools and experiences. You’ll work alongside product, engineers, designers, and researchers to build features that make complex systems feel simple, responsive, and human-centered. This role is perfect for an engineer who brings a strong foundation in front-end development and a curiosity for how intelligent systems can empower creativity.
This is a unique opportunity to help define new categories of play and build experiences that blend creativity, technology, and community.
We Value
Growth Mindset: You are always learning and open to feedback to strengthen your craft.
Be Brave. Be Bold: You embrace experimentation and aren't afraid to try new ideas.
Collaborate: You thrive in cross-disciplinary teams and value diverse perspectives.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: You help foster an environment where everyone feels heard and empowered to contribute.
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.
Qualifications
Required/Minimum Qualifications (RQs/MQs)
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, TypeScript, C, C++, C#, JavaScript, or Python
OR equivalent experience.
2+ years of experience building front-end applications using React, TypeScript, and modern web frameworks.
6+ months of experience integrating client applications with Azure OpenAI Service (e.g., Chat Completion, Embedding APIs) or similar LLM APIs.
1+ years developing front-end architecture, design systems, and responsive interaction design.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience building front-end interfaces for chatbots, copilots, or natural language-driven features.
Familiarity with Microsoft AI tooling and ecosystem (e.g., Azure OpenAI SDK, Semantic Kernel, Azure AI Studio).
Exposure to conversational UI patterns, real-time inference workflows, or uncertainty handling in UX.
Software Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across Canada is CAD $85,000 - CAD $166,800 per year.
Find additional pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/canada-pay-information.html
Microsoft will accept applications for the role until July 11, 2026.
Responsibilities
Build and maintain user-facing features that help users interact with AI systems in intuitive, creative ways.
Use modern client technologies like React, TypeScript, and Tailwind to deliver responsive and performant UIs.
Collaborate with designers and researchers to explore new interaction models, from prompt-based tools to real-time feedback systems.
Work with AI engineers to integrate model outputs and backend services into usable, testable front-end features.
Participate in architectural discussions and help evolve shared front-end infrastructure and component libraries.
Contribute to usability, accessibility, and user feedback efforts to continually refine AI user experiences.
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
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, *** (including pregnancy), ****** orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The AI Client Engineer II – Gaming AI position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in Vancouver offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.
