Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft's AI Agents Engineering team within Azure AI is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to shape the future of AI technology. This role focuses on building cutting-edge AI backend services that leverage the latest GPT models and tools to create customized, stateful AI agents grounded in enterprise data.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of AI technology, building and operationalizing highly scalable backend services with enterprise-grade features. You'll be part of a team that enables developers to integrate advanced agentic AI capabilities into their applications, making a significant impact on Microsoft's customers worldwide.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll work with various Azure Services including Kubernetes, Container Apps, Azure Storage, AI Search, CosmosDB, and Event Hubs. The role requires expertise in cloud technologies, distributed systems, and microservices architecture, with a focus on building large-scale, fault-tolerant services.

The compensation package is competitive, with a base salary range of $137,600 - $267,000 per year (higher in SF Bay Area and NYC), plus comprehensive benefits including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with up to 50% work from home flexibility.

Microsoft values diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where different perspectives are actively sought out. The company's mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more provides a meaningful context for your work. You'll be joining a company where passionate innovators collaborate, envision possibilities, and push the boundaries of technology.

This role is perfect for someone who combines technical excellence with leadership abilities, as you'll be expected to guide architectural decisions, mentor team members, and maintain high engineering standards while working on cutting-edge AI technology that will shape the future of cloud computing and artificial intelligence.