Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft Security is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their IAM Protect team, which manages Entra tenants for all Microsoft Cloud. This role is crucial in protecting Microsoft Cloud by building and operating security frameworks that enforce security policies across thousands of services. The position offers a competitive base salary range of $137,600 - $267,000 USD (higher in SF and NYC areas) and comes with comprehensive benefits.

The role involves designing and implementing intelligent security risk solutions, improving application security maturity at scale, and leading efforts to enhance software developer tools. You'll work in a hybrid environment (up to 50% work from home) in Redmond, WA, partnering with product managers and security leaders to ensure security maturity work is prioritized across IAM Protect and Identity organizations.

Microsoft's culture emphasizes a growth mindset, innovation, and collaboration, with a strong focus on security and protecting billions of users worldwide. The position requires significant experience in building distributed cloud services and expertise in various programming languages. You'll be part of Microsoft's mission to reshape security and empower users, customers, and developers with end-to-end, simplified security solutions.

This role offers an opportunity to make a substantial impact on global cybersecurity while working with cutting-edge technology and leading skilled security engineers. The position includes comprehensive benefits such as industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, parental leave, and investment opportunities, making it an attractive opportunity for experienced security engineering professionals looking to advance their careers at a leading technology company.