Principal Software Engineer

Join Microsoft Azure's Networking team as a Principal Software Engineer, where you'll be at the forefront of Cloud Computing, working on one of the world's largest data center network infrastructures. This role is part of the team that designs and builds network infrastructure powering hundreds of thousands of servers globally, providing core services for Azure, AI products, Bing, and other Microsoft cloud services. You'll gain valuable experience in service-oriented network architectures and datacenter networking at massive scale through highly impactful projects critical for Microsoft's entire Cloud business. The position offers a flexible, hybrid work policy with up to 100% work from home options and requires 0-25% travel. Microsoft fosters a culture of inclusion with a growth mindset, focusing on innovation and collaboration. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $137,600 to $294,000 depending on location, particularly in the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while contributing to Microsoft's mission of empowering every person and organization on the planet to achieve more.