Principal Software Engineer - Azure Blob Storage Team

Job Description

Microsoft is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to design and develop intelligent storage systems for AI and machine learning workloads on Azure Blob Storage platform.

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.
• 3+ years of experience in designing and developing reliable, high-performance distributed systems with a strong focus on scalability and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver next-generation distributed storage systems optimized for AI/ML workloads, from training to inferencing.
• 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.