Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft's Entra Identity Governance team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their mission of reshaping security and delivering end-to-end solutions. This role is part of Microsoft's Security organization, focusing on enabling organizations to enhance productivity, strengthen security, and meet compliance requirements.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and developing distributed systems, working on complex integration challenges, and serving as a technical leader. The position requires expertise in system architecture and scalable systems development, with a focus on security and identity governance solutions.

The role offers a competitive salary range of $137,600 - $267,000 (higher in SF and NYC areas), along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and investment options. Working in a hybrid model with up to 50% work from home flexibility, you'll be part of a team that's critical to Microsoft's security mission.

Key responsibilities include code ownership, cross-team collaboration, and serving as a Designated Responsible Individual (DRI). The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of technical engineering experience, strong coding skills in various languages, and the ability to guide engineering teams while maintaining high-quality standards.

This position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge security solutions while addressing real-world challenges in digital security, regulatory compliance, and estate complexity. Join Microsoft's security organization and help shape the future of identity governance and security solutions.