Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft's Azure Data engineering team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their Azure Cosmos DB team, a leading distributed database service. This role focuses on building and maintaining Microsoft's operational Database systems, particularly Azure Cosmos DB - one of Azure's fastest-growing services. The position involves working on large-scale distributed systems and shaping the future of planet-scale databases.

The team is responsible for crucial products including Microsoft Fabric, Azure SQL DB, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure PostgreSQL, Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Service Bus, Azure Event Grid, and Power BI. Their mission is to build the data platform for the AI age, enabling data-first applications and fostering a data-driven culture.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of distributed systems development, working on complex technical challenges in a cloud-enabled world. The role offers the opportunity to work with passionate innovators and collaborate on cutting-edge technology that impacts millions of users globally.

The position requires deep expertise in distributed systems and database management, with opportunities to make significant architectural decisions that influence the product's direction. You'll be working in a diverse, inclusive environment where different perspectives are actively sought out to better serve customers and drive innovation.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to work on planet-scale applications and shape the future of cloud database technology while being part of Microsoft's mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more.