Principal Software Engineer/Architect - Azure Blob Storage

Job Description

The Azure Blob Storage team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer/Architect to design and develop intelligent storage systems for AI and machine learning workloads.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including C, C++, C#, Java, or Python
• 5+ years of systems experience in hands-on development of reliable and performant distributed systems

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver next-generation distributed storage systems optimized for AI/ML workloads
• Provide technical leadership across architecture, development, testing, and deployment at hyperscale
• Drive innovations in scalability, performance, security, and efficiency to meet the demands of zettabyte-scale storage
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure storage meets the needs of cutting-edge AI workloads
• Mentor and guide other engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and collaboration
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies and trends to anticipate the future of AI-native storage

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.