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 and requires 6+ years of technical engineering experience.

The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping Microsoft's security future, working with highly resilient, distributed cloud services. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing security solutions, providing technical leadership, and ensuring security maturity across the organization. The role combines hands-on technical work with strategic leadership, requiring both deep technical expertise and strong collaborative skills.

Microsoft offers an inclusive work environment with comprehensive benefits, including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, parental leave, and investment opportunities. The position is hybrid, allowing up to 50% work from home, based in the Seattle area. This is an exceptional opportunity to impact billions of lives while working at the forefront of cybersecurity with one of the world's leading technology companies.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, strong coding skills in languages like C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python, and experience with cloud services. You'll be joining a culture centered on embracing a growth mindset and inspiring excellence, where innovation and collaboration are key to achieving Microsoft's mission of empowering every person and organization on the planet.