Principal Software Engineer

Join Microsoft's Azure Customer Experience (CXP) team as a Principal Software Engineer in a role focused on transforming Microsoft Cloud customers into fans. This position is part of the Azure Reliability team, dedicated to making Azure the safest and most reliable Cloud platform. As a Principal Engineer, you'll work with Azure Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) teams to improve reliability fundamentals through software engineering operational improvements.

The role offers a unique opportunity to impact cloud services at massive scale, working with cutting-edge distributed systems and cloud architecture. You'll be part of a customer-obsessed team that orchestrates deep engagements in incident management, support, and enablement. The position combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering, requiring expertise in distributed systems design and cloud technologies.

Working in a flexible hybrid environment, you'll collaborate with multiple product groups, lead technical initiatives, and mentor other engineers. The role offers competitive compensation ($137,600 - $267,000) and comprehensive benefits, including industry-leading healthcare and educational resources. Microsoft's inclusive culture emphasizes growth mindset and empowerment, making it an ideal place for continuous learning and professional development.

This is an exceptional opportunity for experienced engineers who want to shape the future of cloud computing while working with some of the industry's best talents. The role requires both technical excellence and leadership skills, as you'll be instrumental in driving Azure's reliability and customer satisfaction initiatives.