Principal Software Engineer, Agent Services (CoreAI)

Core AI is at the forefront of Microsoft's mission to redefine how software is built and experienced. The Agentic Core Services Team is responsible for building the cloud-native, distributed platform that powers the development, execution, and management of agentic applications at scale.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will:

• Shape the product vision by aligning technical strategy with business goals
• Drive strategic clarity using data-driven insights
• Architect scalable system architectures
• Foster engineering alignment across teams
• Deliver cohesive end-to-end experiences
• Build foundational capabilities
• Champion customer-centric development
• Lead live site excellence

You'll work at the cutting edge of AI research, collaborating with leading minds in generative AI, and integrating multi-modal capabilities into real-world agentic applications. The role offers the opportunity to define the future of software development while working in Microsoft's collaborative culture that embraces growth mindset and diverse perspectives.

The position requires expertise in distributed systems, AI/ML infrastructure, and cloud services, with a focus on building production-grade software at scale. You'll engage directly with customers, manage large-scale systems, and drive operational excellence while maintaining high standards for reliability and performance.

Benefits include industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, savings and investments, parental leave, generous time off, giving programs, and networking opportunities. Microsoft offers a collaborative environment where you can make a meaningful impact while working with cutting-edge technology.