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Microsoft India Development Center

One of Microsoft's largest R&D centers outside the US, focusing on cloud, AI, and enterprise solutions with over 8,000 employees.

Technology & IT ServicesHyderabad

First Order Snapshot

City Base
Bengaluru
Industry Served
FinTech & SaaS
Talent Size
~1,600 employees in India
AI Readiness Score
High
(AI integrated across product, data, and hiring initiatives)
X-Factor
“Builder culture”
— engineers own full-stack products, not just features
Culture Signal
High Glassdoor score
strong EVP focus on innovation + inclusion

Second Order Snapshot

Capabilities Owned
Global product
Global product engineering for QuickBooks, TurboTax; data science hub; CX/UX research
Parent Company Rank
Fortune 500, Nasdaq-listed
Tech Stack
AI/ML
Cloud-native, design systems, full-stack engineering
Second HQ Mandate
Not a back-office
( end-to-end product ownership, India-first pilots)
ESG & DEI Signals
ESG & DEI Signals
(above industry average)
Leadership Depth
India site
lead is part of Intuit’s global tech council.

About Wise

Microsoft India Development Center represents one of the most significant technology and innovation hubs in India, serving as a cornerstone of Microsoft's global operations. Established in 1998, this development center has grown to become one of the largest R&D facilities outside the United States, housing over 8,000 talented professionals across multiple cities in India. The center specializes in cutting-edge research and development across cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and enterprise software solutions. Teams here work on products and services that impact millions of users worldwide, contributing significantly to Microsoft's core offerings including Azure, Office 365, Windows, and emerging AI technologies. Beyond product development, the center plays a crucial role in Microsoft's commitment to digital transformation in India. It actively supports the local tech ecosystem through partnerships with startups, educational institutions, and government initiatives, while maintaining Microsoft's high standards for innovation, inclusion, and sustainable technology practices.