Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft Security is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their Identity and Access Management (IAM) team within the Identity division. This role focuses on developing and innovating the Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) Groups vertical, which is crucial for cloud application access management, Microsoft 365 collaboration, and identity management. The position involves working on internet-scale services and event processing pipelines in Microsoft Graph, where security, availability, performance, and scale are paramount.

The role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact problems in cloud security, collaborating with a diverse and talented team. The team culture promotes diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion, providing numerous opportunities for learning and career growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and developing large-scale distributed systems, optimizing performance, and mentoring team members.

Working at Microsoft means joining a company with a mission to empower every person and organization globally. The position offers competitive compensation ($137,600 - $267,000 base salary range), comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work on critical security infrastructure that impacts billions of users. The role requires extensive experience in software engineering and distributed systems, with a focus on cloud identity security concepts and REST APIs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned engineer looking to make a significant impact in the cloud security space while working with cutting-edge technology and a supportive team environment. The position offers up to 100% work from home flexibility with minimal travel requirements (0-25%).