Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft's Data Security team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their expanding IDC division. This role focuses on building cloud solutions that provide security, compliance, data governance, and data loss prevention features for Office 365 and Windows platforms. The position offers an opportunity to work on systems that operate at global scale, supporting over 100 million seats across multiple data centers worldwide.

The role involves developing cloud-based security solutions that leverage state-of-the-art technologies to deliver comprehensive protection at planet scale. As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for architecting and implementing scalable services, leading design reviews, and mentoring other engineers. The position requires expertise in distributed systems, security and compliance, and cloud technologies.

You'll be working with the Security Engineering team to plan, architect, design, and implement security products and features. The role demands innovation and quick adaptation to the fast-paced security industry, staying ahead of sophisticated attackers. You'll be responsible for end-to-end feature delivery, from conception through deployment, including system architecture, code quality, scale, and performance.

The position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to Microsoft's industry-leading productivity suite. You'll collaborate with a geographically distributed team, including Product Managers and developers, to drive key improvements in the backend Engineering System. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both strategic thinking and practical implementation skills.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about building enterprise-grade software with a focus on security and scalability. The position offers competitive benefits, including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, and generous time off, along with the chance to work on products that impact millions of users worldwide.