Principal Software Engineer
Description For Principal Software Engineer
Microsoft Azure Storage team is building a massively scalable, highly distributed, and ubiquitously accessible storage system designed to serve the entire world. The team works on systems at Zettabyte scale to support growing demand. As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll be part of building Microsoft's cloud storage solution that stores Exabytes of data. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders, designing and implementing distributed systems, and guiding other engineers. You'll work in a culture that values growth mindset, innovation, and inclusion. The position offers the flexibility of up to 100% work from home with 0-25% travel requirements. This is an opportunity to contribute to Microsoft's mission of empowering every person and organization on the planet to achieve more.
Responsibilities For Principal Software Engineer
- Collaborate with stakeholders to determine user requirements
- Drive identification of dependencies and development of design documents
- Create, implement, optimize, debug, refactor, and reuse code
- Partner with stakeholders to drive project plans and release plans
- Act as a Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) and guide other engineers
- Monitor system/product/service and handle complex problems
- Proactively seek new knowledge and adapt to new trends
Requirements For Principal Software Engineer
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science or related field
- 10+ years technical engineering experience in systems and backend services
- Experience with C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
- Experience in building quality products and services in distributed systems
- Experience in systems programming and multi-threaded programming
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must pass Microsoft Cloud Background Check
Benefits For Principal Software Engineer
- Industry leading healthcare
- Educational resources
- Discounts on products and services
- Savings and investments
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Generous time away
- Giving programs
- Opportunities to network and connect
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