Principal Engineering Manager

Microsoft's Threat Model System team in Azure is seeking a Principal Engineering Manager to drive forward the security of Azure services. This role involves leading a team that leverages Large Language Models (LLMs) to analyze service designs for security defects and suggest mitigations. The position combines technical leadership with people management, requiring someone who can both guide engineering excellence and foster a positive team culture.

The role sits within Microsoft Security, which aims to make the world safer through end-to-end, simplified security solutions. The team works directly with security experts across Microsoft to implement best practices and innovative solutions. As a Principal Engineering Manager, you'll lead a team of 8 engineers, driving modern engineering practices while collaborating with threat modeling experts and product management.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $137,600 - $267,000 (higher in SF and NYC areas), along with comprehensive benefits. The work environment is hybrid, with up to 50% work from home opportunity and minimal travel requirements (0-25%). This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering leader who is passionate about security, cloud services, and leveraging AI to improve system security.

The ideal candidate will bring 6+ years of technical engineering experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of cloud services. They should be skilled in various programming languages, have experience with modern web technologies, and possess excellent communication abilities. The role offers the chance to impact Azure's security infrastructure while working with cutting-edge AI technology.