Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft's Azure Data engineering team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their databases team, specifically working on Azure Cosmos DB's MongoDB API. This role focuses on designing and implementing the next generation single tenant vCore MongoDB Gateway. The position offers the opportunity to work with globally distributed, elastic scale, multi-model cloud database services. The team is responsible for building and maintaining Microsoft's operational Database systems, enabling developer-friendly, mission-critical, AI-enabled operational Databases across relational, non-relational, and OSS offerings.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in RUST programming, distributed systems, and service development. You'll be working on one of Azure's fastest-growing services, contributing to a platform that enables developers to build planet-scale applications. The role involves collaboration with various teams, ownership of critical services, and continuous improvement of system performance and reliability.

Microsoft offers a competitive compensation package with a base salary range of CAD $135,800 - CAD $253,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. The position allows for up to 100% remote work, providing flexibility while working on cutting-edge technology that powers Microsoft's data platform for the AI age.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact on large-scale distributed systems while working with the latest technologies in cloud computing and database management. Microsoft values diversity and different perspectives, creating an inclusive environment where innovation thrives.