Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft Security is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join the Microsoft Defender for Office team (MDO). This role is crucial in delivering cloud-based email and message filtering services that protect customers from advanced threats in Microsoft's email and Teams collaboration workloads.

The position focuses on driving the delivery of protections and experiences for Teams integration, working closely with Teams and Substrate IC3 organizations. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing solutions that block malicious content in customer collaboration contexts and enable M365 customers to manage their Tenant's threat status.

As a Principal Engineer, you'll lead technical discussions, ensure secure and performant solutions, and collaborate across teams to deliver complex projects. The role requires expertise in large-scale cloud service development and strong architectural design skills.

The position offers competitive compensation ($137,600 - $267,000 base salary range) and comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. Working in a hybrid model with up to 50% work from home flexibility, you'll be part of Microsoft's mission to make the world a safer place through security innovation.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about security and cloud services to make a significant impact on Microsoft's security products while working with cutting-edge technology and talented teams. The role combines technical leadership, hands-on development, and strategic thinking to deliver critical security solutions for Microsoft's global customer base.