Principal Software Engineer - C/C++

Overview

The Microsoft Windows & Devices (W+D) team is on a journey to deliver iconic end-to-end products across hardware, software, and services that people love and use every day. A core part of the W+D strategy is having desirable and powerful devices that enable the experiences people want. Our work touches the full stack of hardware and OEM partners, the operating system as well as the application layers to protect, manage and improve the Fundamentals of the Windows ecosystem.  

Responsibilities

As a Principal Engineer on the Windows Silicon and Systems Integration team in IDC, you will be responsible for managing your team’s investment portfolio, hiring a strong and diverse team, and mentoring members of the team to help them grow their technical expertise and communication skills. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with organization leaders and work across a supportive group of like-minded leaders across geographical boundaries in the Fundamentals team. You will contribute your leadership and collaboration skills to help define or refine our overall business and technical vision, establish organizational rhythm of business to drive planning and execution, and foster an engineering culture with a focus on engineering excellence, diversity and inclusiveness. 

 

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications  

• Bachelor's/Masters Degree in Computer Science, or related technical discipline AND 12+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python 
• Senior level industry experience and experience of managing teams 
• Track record of effective hiring, developing next-level leadership, and retaining engineering talent 
• Effective influence on peers and partners outside the chain of command  
• Excellent communication skills with presentations, speaking, and writing  
• Ability to collaborate with teams across different time zones 
  
  

 

Preferred Qualifications  

• Understanding of the Windows operating system 
• Experience designing secure and scalable services on Azure or other cloud technologies 
• Experience with AI tools and big data platforms is a plus 
• Ability to quickly ramp up on new technologies 
  
  

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.