Principal Software Engineer at Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

274800.0

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, React, Web Applications, APIs, Databases, Technical Strategy, Mentoring, Collaboration, Agile Development, Innovation, Product Quality

Industry

Software Development

Description

Overview AI for Purview M365 team is expanding into new horizons and is looking for new talent to build innovations to provide best in class data protection for Microsoft customers. Our mission is to help protect customers with truly innovative proactive protection, advise customers on emerging trends, and engage in valuable partnerships. Our team fosters an agile, inclusive development environment and supportive culture. 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 Responsibilities Architect and lead the design of complex, scalable systems and frameworks that power enterprise-grade solutions across multiple platforms. Drive technical strategy and set long-term vision for frontend and backend integration, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and future scalability. Mentor and guide senior engineers and cross-functional teams, fostering technical excellence and a culture of innovation. Develop and maintain web applications, integrating frontend with backend services, APIs, and databases to deliver end-to-end solutions. Focus on product quality, accessibility, performance, and robust design principles to deliver intuitive and engaging interfaces. Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define project scope, estimate efforts, and align development with business goals. Contribute to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team. Other Embody our Culture and Values Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience. Other Requirements: • Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline AND 8+ years of technical engineering experience, including: Proven expertise in designing and delivering large-scale, distributed systems. Advanced proficiency in languages such as React, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python. Demonstrated ability to lead technical strategy, mentor teams, and influence cross-org decisions. Software Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $139,900 - $274,800 per year. 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 $188,000 - $304,200 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work. Software Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $139,900 - $274,800 per year. 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 $188,000 - $304,200 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay 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.

Responsibilities

Architect and lead the design of complex, scalable systems and frameworks for enterprise-grade solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope and ensure alignment with business goals.