Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft's Bing Fundamentals team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their MagneTar team, focusing on building a big data platform for the age of AI. This role involves working with cutting-edge open-source technologies like Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, Flink, and Kubernetes to empower Microsoft's AI organization.

As a Principal Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of rebuilding analytics engines and processing data at scale. You'll work on extending both open-source and proprietary Microsoft services, designing and implementing critical software components that maintain high SLA standards. The role requires deep expertise in distributed systems, big data technologies, and cloud infrastructure.

The position offers an opportunity to work on one of the world's largest distributed systems, providing search and recommendation platforms for Microsoft internal partners. You'll be responsible for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in data processing and analytics, while maintaining industry-leading performance, integration, security, and reliability.

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both architectural vision and practical implementation skills. You'll collaborate with talented engineers, participate in code reviews, and assist customers in leveraging the service effectively. The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work on impactful projects at global scale.

Microsoft provides an inclusive work environment with opportunities for growth and innovation. The company's mission to empower every person and organization on the planet aligns with this role's focus on building transformative data and AI infrastructure. This position offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while contributing to Microsoft's broader mission of technological advancement and innovation.