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.