Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft Word team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their development center in Belgrade, Serbia. This role focuses on driving the next phase of Word layout engine, a core aspect of how Word documents are visualized and interacted with across devices.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of technology, working on state-of-the-art services, platforms, distributed systems, and user experiences that impact hundreds of millions of users daily. You'll be responsible for establishing technical strategy, creating architecture designs, and driving innovation across multiple teams and services.

The position offers an opportunity to work with some of the best experts in the field, providing both technical and non-technical growth opportunities. You'll be part of Microsoft's mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more, working in an environment that values growth mindset, innovation, and collaboration.

Key responsibilities include designing and delivering software to improve reliability, scalability, and performance, driving engineering culture towards operational excellence, and fostering an inclusive team environment. You'll work with international teams, mentor other engineers, and contribute to the technical direction of Word Web.

The ideal candidate brings extensive software development experience, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in TypeScript/JavaScript and modern front-end frameworks. You'll need excellent problem-solving abilities, strong communication skills, and a passion for technology and continuous learning.

Benefits include industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, parental leave, generous time away, and opportunities for networking and professional growth. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with up to 50% work from home and involves 0-25% travel.

Join Microsoft to help shape the future of document processing and collaboration across all platforms and devices, while working with cutting-edge technology and talented professionals in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.