Principal Software Engineer
Microsoft
Redmond, Washington, U.S.
Full-Time
Posted Oct 19, 2025
Hybrid
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About the role
Security represents the most critical priorities for our customers in a world awash in digital threats, regulatory scrutiny, and estate complexity. Microsoft Security aspires to make the world a safer place for all.
Responsibilities
- Define Security Personas & Scenarios
- Drive System Integration
- Lead Innovation
- Build Scalable Solutions
- Embed Operational Excellence
- Promote Engineering Best Practices
- Enhance Developer Productivity
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or related technical discipline AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
- 6+ years of experience designing, developing, or maintaining secure software systems, with applied knowledge of authentication, data protection, access control, and secure coding practices
- 6+ years of experience working with distributed data processing frameworks such as Apache Spark, Databricks, or similar technologies to transform and manage large-scale datasets
- 6+ years of experience designing and developing scalable solutions using microservices architecture and related technologies (e.g., REST, gRPC, Docker, Kubernetes)
- 2+ years of experience building consensus and resolving conflicts across cross-functional teams to drive alignment and effective decision-making
Benefits
- 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
About the Company
Microsoft Security aspires to make the world a safer place for all. We want to reshape security and empower every user, customer, and developer with a security cloud that protects them with end-to-end, simplified solutions.
Job Details
Salary Range
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Location
Redmond, Washington, U.S.
Employment Type
Full-Time
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