Microsoft's Core AI team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their 1ES (One Engineering System) team. This role is at the forefront of Microsoft's mission to redefine how software is built and experienced, focusing on building foundational platforms, services, and programming models for Generative AI.
The 1ES team develops and operates critical engineering tools and services including build systems, verification services, code review tools, and machine learning services. These systems are used by thousands of developers across Microsoft, handling millions of projects daily across multiple data centers.
As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll be instrumental in defining the future of engineering systems and developer productivity. You'll work on building and utilizing AI agents and extensions to optimize Microsoft's engineering processes, significantly reducing time spent on building, validating code, and releasing products.
The role offers competitive compensation ($139,900 - $274,800 base salary range), with higher ranges for San Francisco and New York locations ($188,000 - $304,200). The position includes comprehensive benefits such as industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, investment options, and parental leave.
You'll be working in a hybrid environment (up to 50% work from home) with 0-25% travel requirements. This is an individual contributor role within the Software Engineering profession, requiring strong technical expertise and leadership skills to mentor others and drive operational excellence in large-scale distributed systems.
The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of experience in designing and operating production-grade software at scale, with expertise in languages like C++, Java, Python, or JavaScript. You'll be responsible for leading technical initiatives, mentoring team members, and maintaining high standards for system reliability and performance.
Join Microsoft's mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more, working in a culture that values growth mindset, innovation, and collaboration.