The Principal Software Engineer role at Microsoft focuses on developing next-generation AI products and features for Copilot experiences across various platforms. The position is part of the AI Experiences, Copilot Engineering team, which aims to enhance everyday computing through innovative AI solutions. The engineer will work at the intersection of distributed systems, AI, and agent-driven development to create systems that can reason, plan, and execute tasks. This role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to building inclusive AI technologies.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages including C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python, or equivalent experience.
• Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 12+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages including C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python, or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 15+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages including C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience using modern AI coding agents such as Claude Code, Codex, or Github Copilot.

• Design and develop next generation products and features for Copilot experiences on Windows, Mac, and mobile.
• Design and develop secure and performant platform services that support Copilot experiences on Windows, Mac, and mobile.
• Work collaboratively with platform, infrastructure, application engineers, and researchers to build next generation AI products and services.
• Ship high-quality, well-tested, secure, and maintainable code.
• Overcome obstacles to deliver work quickly and iteratively to users.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced, design-driven, product development cycle.

• 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.