Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft's One Engineering System (1ES) team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to drive improvements in software engineering tools and developer productivity. This role is central to Microsoft's engineering ecosystem, developing and operating critical tools and services used by thousands of developers worldwide. The position offers an opportunity to work on build tools, languages, verification services, and machine learning services that process millions of projects daily across multiple data centers.

As a Principal Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of shaping architectural decisions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in cloud services, performance optimization, and system reliability. You'll work in a remote-friendly environment with up to 100% work-from-home flexibility.

The compensation is highly competitive, ranging from $137,600 to $267,000 annually, with comprehensive benefits including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. This is an exceptional opportunity to join Microsoft's mission of empowering global achievement while working with cutting-edge technology at scale.

The ideal candidate will bring 6+ years of technical engineering experience, strong coding skills in various languages, and a passion for improving developer tools and productivity. You'll be part of a culture that values growth mindset, innovation, and collaboration, making a direct impact on Microsoft's engineering efficiency and effectiveness.