Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft Security is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their Security Platform, Data Governance and Privacy (SPDGP) team, specifically working on the Data Privacy Platform (DPP). This role is critical in Microsoft's mission to make the world a safer place through comprehensive security solutions.

The position focuses on building and maintaining privacy infrastructure that operates at high scale and availability. You'll be working on systems for scanning, cataloging, classification, and DSR processing, while creating new data privacy products that will benefit both Microsoft internally and their customers.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll lead major technical project deliveries, working with distributed systems and large-scale data processing architectures. The role offers an opportunity to impact billions of lives by developing solutions that address growing global privacy regulations and compliance requirements.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $137,600 - $267,000 USD (higher in SF and NYC areas), along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. You'll be working in a hybrid environment (up to 50% work from home) in Redmond, WA, with 0-25% travel requirements.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of technical engineering experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in building large-scale distributed systems. You'll be joining a culture centered on embracing a growth mindset and inspiring excellence, where you'll have the opportunity to reshape security and empower users, customers, and developers with end-to-end security solutions.

This role requires a deep understanding of data privacy, security principles, and the ability to lead complex technical projects while mentoring senior engineers. You'll be working at the forefront of privacy technology, creating solutions that help companies meet evolving privacy regulations while building customer trust.

Join Microsoft Security and be part of a team that's making significant impacts in the data privacy space while working with cutting-edge technology and talented professionals in a collaborative environment.