Principal Software Engineer at Microsoft

Hyderabad, Telangana, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Software Development, Engineering Innovation, Agile Methodologies, Strategic Thinking, Technical Leadership, Problem Solving, Stakeholder Management, Windows Operating System, Service Architecture, Infrastructure Development, Code Quality, Delivery Pipeline, Customer Impact, Team Collaboration, Mission-Critical Initiatives, Growth Mindset

Industry

Software Development

Description

We are the Windows Servicing and Delivery (WSD) Organization, and our core mission is to keep customers protected and productive by delivering seamless, timely updates across existing and future versions of Windows. This work involves solving deep technical challenges in the Windows operating system and building mission-critical services and infrastructure that power the delivery of updates and innovations to billions of devices worldwide. Beyond updates, we also empower commercial and enterprise customers with products and solutions to deploy and secure their devices effectively. We’re looking for a passionate and seasoned technology leader and architect to spearhead engineering innovation, reimagine our software development practices, and lead complex, mission-critical initiatives across our teams and technology stack. In this role, you will champion the strategy of delivering high-quality code to customers faster, driving agile, predictable, and scalable monthly Windows updates and innovations at an unparalleled global scale. Success in this role requires decisiveness, ability in navigating ambiguity, strategic thinking, and the ability to lead from the front in a fast-paced environment while building strong relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. This position offers a unique opportunity to operate at massive scale, protecting billions of users while enabling new business growth across the company. You will influence the roadmap and engineering strategy, for both new and existing Windows features and shape the delivery pipeline. If you're excited about building a world-class organization, solving complex problems, creating new experiences and improving existing ones, and delivering meaningful customer impact, we’d love to hear from you. 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

Lead engineering innovation and reimagine software development practices. Champion the strategy for delivering high-quality code and driving scalable Windows updates.