Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft's Azure Data engineering team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their SQL Core Infrastructure team. This role is crucial in building and maintaining Microsoft's operational Database systems, specifically focusing on the SQLDB back-end that serves the Azure SQLDB cloud platform. The position involves working on storage management, networking, resource governance, and containerization.

The ideal candidate will work across multiple sub-teams within SQL Core Infrastructure and potentially across products that SQLDB relies on. The tech stack is extensive and complex, requiring someone who can quickly adapt and develop both breadth and depth in their area. You'll be responsible for spearheading crucial business initiatives and serving as a subject matter expert for specific components.

Microsoft is transforming analytics in the data world with products like Microsoft Fabric, Azure SQL DB, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure PostgreSQL, and Azure Synapse Analytics. The role offers the opportunity to work on building the data platform for the age of AI, powering data-first applications and driving a data culture.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $161,600 to $286,200 per year (higher in SF and NYC areas), comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work with passionate innovators in a cloud-enabled world. With up to 100% work from home flexibility and Microsoft's commitment to diversity and inclusion, this role presents an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers looking to make a significant impact in the database and cloud computing space.