Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft's Purview & Data Security Team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their mission-critical initiative focused on reshaping security and empowering users, customers, and developers with comprehensive security cloud solutions. This role sits within the Microsoft Purview organization, which is central to Microsoft's mission of securing digital technology platforms, devices, and clouds in heterogeneous environments.

The position offers an opportunity to work on solutions that impact billions of lives worldwide, focusing on critical priorities in digital threats, regulatory scrutiny, and estate complexity. The team culture emphasizes a growth mindset, excellence, and collaborative achievement of shared goals.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll lead high-scale service development, collaborating with engineering and product management stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include designing and reviewing core components for optimal performance, driving execution across teams, and ensuring delivery of high-quality features that meet customer requirements.

The role requires extensive experience in software engineering, with at least 12 years of technical engineering experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Expertise in languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python is essential, along with experience in Azure Kubernetes.

Microsoft offers a comprehensive benefits package, including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, parental leave, and investment opportunities. The position offers competitive compensation, with a base pay range of $137,600 - $267,000 per year (higher in SF and NYC areas), and the opportunity to work in a 100% remote environment.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned engineer looking to make a significant impact in the cybersecurity space while working with cutting-edge technology at one of the world's leading tech companies.