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Principal Software Engineering

Microsoft

$139,900 - $304,200
Oct 10, 2025
Redmond, WA, US
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Transform Microsoft Cloud customers into fans by analyzing and amplifying customer needs to improve Cloud quality, security, and reliability.

Requirements

  • 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C-Sharp, Java, JavaScript, or Python
  • 4+ years of experience in architectural leadership, driving reliability, telemetry, and operational workflows through safe deployment practices.
  • 4+ years of experience with DevOps and automation, including Azure DevOps (ADO) workflows, CI/CD pipelines, and standards enforcement.
  • Proven ability to lead engineering teams and influence cross-functional stakeholders while operating Rhythm of Business (RoB) processes to drive measurable KPI improvements, combined with strong proficiency in cloud technologies—particularly Microsoft Azure—including services, networking, and storage.
  • Experience applying AI-driven automation for telemetry and feedback loops.
  • Familiarity with designing and implementing policy-as-code frameworks.
  • Track record of improving developer experience and operational workflows at scale.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and execute opportunities to improve engineering KPIs (velocity, reliability, quality) through scalable tooling and shift-left practices.
  • Design and deliver intelligent developer platforms and automation that enforce standards, accelerate delivery, and reduce operational risk across distributed services.
  • Advance telemetry and feedback loops with AI-driven automation to enable proactive incident detection and continuous improvement.
  • Operate and evolve Rhythm of Business (RoB) processes to ensure accountability, transparency, and measurable outcomes.
  • Represent engineering priorities in strategic forums, align metrics with program goals, and drive adoption of safe deployment practices.
  • Provide technical and process leadership to software engineering teams, fostering a culture of operational excellence and agile practices.
  • Contribute to policy-as-code frameworks and internal platforms that standardize engineering practices and improve consistency at scale.

Other

  • Customer-obsessed, AI-curious problem-solver who thrives in an inclusive, collaborative global team.
  • This role supports flexible work from home with occasional in-office meetings.
  • Microsoft will accept applications for the role until October 24, 2025.
  • Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer.
  • If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.