Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft's Copilot Studio Agents team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their mission of integrating AI automations into business applications. This role focuses on designing and building intuitive experiences that enable users to create and deploy agent capabilities solving real-world problems at scale. The position is part of the Power Platform ecosystem, which includes Power Apps, Power BI, and Power Automate, and serves as the extension mechanism for Microsoft's family of Copilots.

The role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technology, specifically in the realm of large language model (LLM) orchestration and automated triggers. As a Principal Engineer, you'll be part of a multi-disciplinary, highly collaborative team designed for maximum autonomy while maintaining strategic alignment with organizational objectives. The team values individual contributions and empowers innovation from concept to scale.

The compensation is competitive, ranging from $137,600 to $267,000 base salary across most U.S. locations, with higher ranges for San Francisco and New York City areas. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with up to 50% work from home flexibility and minimal travel requirements (0-25%).

This is an ideal opportunity for experienced engineers who want to shape the future of AI-powered business solutions while working with Microsoft's industry-leading technology stack. The role combines technical leadership, architectural design, and hands-on development, making it perfect for those who want to influence both technical direction and team culture while working on products that impact millions of users worldwide.