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Principal Software Engineering Manager

Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, U.S.
Full-Time
Posted Oct 28, 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

  • Lead Teams & Technology
  • Define Security Personas
  • Design Secure Solutions
  • Drive System Integration
  • Champion Innovation
  • Develop Scalable Software
  • Ensure Operational Excellence
  • Promote Engineering Standards
  • Enhance Developer Productivity
  • Foster a Culture of Quality

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
  • OR equivalent experience
  • 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 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
  • 2+ years of experience managing software engineering teams of at least 8 engineers, with a proven track record of driving technical execution, fostering team growth, and delivering high-impact solutions in complex environments

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

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Location

Redmond, Washington, U.S.

Employment Type

Full-Time

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