Principal Data Engineer

Microsoft Silicon, Cloud Hardware, and Infrastructure Engineering (SCHIE) is seeking a Principal Data Engineer to join their Cloud Hardware Analytics & Tools (CHAT) Team. This role will focus on developing advanced analytical and tooling solutions to support Microsoft Azure. The position involves working with large-scale data analytics, managing data pipelines, and collaborating with various teams including BI, Data Science, and Hardware Engineering. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in data engineering, SQL, Python, and C#, with experience in cloud infrastructure and analytics. This is a high-impact role that directly contributes to Azure-level projects and requires both technical excellence and strong communication skills. The position offers comprehensive benefits, hybrid work arrangement, and the opportunity to work on mission-critical solutions that power Microsoft's cloud infrastructure. Join a team that's at the forefront of Microsoft's Intelligent Cloud mission, supporting over 200 online businesses including Azure, Office 365, Teams, and Xbox Live.