Principal Software Engineer

The AI Frameworks team at Microsoft is at the forefront of developing AI software that enables running AI models across various platforms, from supercomputers to mobile devices. As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll work on fundamental abstractions, programming models, runtimes, libraries, and APIs for large-scale AI training and inference on novel AI hardware. The role requires strong technical skills in software design and development, with a focus on solving complex problems in building end-to-end AI stacks.

The team operates at the intersection of AI algorithmic innovation, purpose-built AI hardware, systems, and software. You'll be joining a cross-disciplinary team with a collaborative and inclusive culture that actively contributes to the open-source community. The position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technologies and collaborate with hardware teams and machine learning researchers to optimize and scale model training and inference.

Microsoft offers a comprehensive benefits package, including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and values respect, integrity, and accountability. With a base salary range of $137,600 - $267,000 (higher in SF and NYC areas), this role represents an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in the AI field while working for a global technology leader.

The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of technical engineering experience, strong C/C++ skills, and experience with Python and deep learning frameworks. You'll need to demonstrate a history of solving complex technical problems and maintain an entrepreneurial approach with the ability to take initiative and move fast.