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Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft

10/15/2025

Redmond, WA

Full-time

Salary: $139,900 - $304,200 a year


Job Description

Microsoft is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their Azure Data engineering team. This role involves leading the transformation of analytics in the world of data with a focus on big data analytics and data integration products.

Requirements

  • 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.
  • 5+ years of experience in designing and developing Hyper Scale Cloud Services.
  • Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role.

Responsibilities

  • Guide and support the team in designing, building, and maintaining scalable and high-performance data pipelines and architectures.
  • Develop and implement strategies for scaling data infrastructure to support increasing data volumes and complexity.
  • Ensure projects are aligned with business objectives and delivered efficiently and effectively.
  • Work closely with other teams to ensure data engineering initiatives support wider company goals.
  • Facilitate communication and coordination between teams for seamless project integration.
  • Lead the adoption of new tools and practices that can enhance the capabilities and performance of the team.
  • Guide the team through technical challenges, foster innovation, and drive projects to improve data processing capabilities.
  • Embody the company's culture and values.

Benefits

  • Employees at Microsoft are often offered comprehensive, “world-class” benefits—including health and mental-wellness programs, competitive pay with bonuses and stock awards, and retirement/savings options. Time-off and flexibility are common, with generous vacation and holidays, parental and caregiver leave, and flexible work schedules, alongside learning support, employee resource groups, product discounts, and matching-gifts/volunteering programs. Specific benefits can vary by region.
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