Principal Software Engineer-CTJ - TS/SCI

Microsoft empowers every person and organization on the planet to achieve more through innovative technology solutions.
$137,600 - $267,000
Security
Principal Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cybersecurity

Description For Principal Software Engineer-CTJ - TS/SCI

Microsoft Security is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their Microsoft Purview team, focusing on integrated solutions for data protection and governance across specialized environments. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering, requiring expertise in high-scale security data platforms. The position demands TS/SCI clearance and offers a competitive salary range of $137,600 - $267,000.

The role involves leading critical subsystem development within Microsoft's security infrastructure, working with cross-functional teams to deliver complex features while ensuring compliance with security and regulatory controls. You'll be responsible for driving technical strategy, mentoring engineers, and optimizing performance of large-scale systems.

Microsoft Purview solutions address data fragmentation across organizations, improving visibility for data protection and governance. The team ensures consistent delivery across Government and Sovereign clouds while maintaining compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

As a Principal Engineer, you'll shape the technical direction of Microsoft's security solutions, working in a culture that embraces growth mindset and excellence. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, educational resources, and work-life balance support. This is an opportunity to impact billions of lives while working at the forefront of security technology.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of engineering experience, strong technical leadership skills, and the ability to maintain high-level security clearance. You'll join a team dedicated to making the world safer through innovative security solutions, while enjoying Microsoft's industry-leading benefits and professional growth opportunities.

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Responsibilities For Principal Software Engineer-CTJ - TS/SCI

  • Own and lead the design, implementation, and delivery of a critical subsystem within a high-scale, exabyte-scale security data platform
  • Drive consensus across multiple partner teams, ensuring alignment on technical decisions and project goals
  • Collaborate with product management, security experts, data scientists, and other engineering teams
  • Lead end-to-end development of features
  • Mentor and guide senior engineers
  • Optimize subsystem performance for scalability, availability, and security
  • Drive continuous improvement by adopting new technologies and methodologies

Requirements For Principal Software Engineer-CTJ - TS/SCI

Java
JavaScript
Python
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline
  • 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding
  • Active TS/SCI clearance and willingness to upgrade to TS/SCI with polygraph
  • Must be able to pass Microsoft Cloud background check
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Must meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements

Benefits For Principal Software Engineer-CTJ - TS/SCI

Medical Insurance
Education Budget
Parental Leave
Mental Health Assistance
  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Opportunities to network and connect

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