Principal Software Engineer - Cloud Native Development

Overview Are you passionate about system architecture and software development? Do you enjoy improving engineering workflows and enhancing system reliability? If so, the Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Service Hub team may be a great fit for you. We build infrastructure that streamlines development processes, boosts engineering efficiency, and strengthens reliability through standardized, well-designed components. Our team values collaboration, innovation, and supporting one anothers success. As a Principal Software Engineer Cloud Native Development on the AKS team, youll work across multiple layers of the technology stackincluding service frameworks like gRPC, Kubernetes, and Istio, as well as build, test, provisioning, release, and monitoring systems. Youll design and implement distributed cloud services and libraries with a strong focus on security best practices. This role offers opportunities to lead technical efforts, mentor others, and contribute to high-impact areas of the business while working alongside a diverse and inclusive team that values continuous learning and shared growth. At Microsoft, our mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. We embrace a growth mindset, foster innovation, and collaborate to achieve shared goals. Every day, we build on our valuesrespect, integrity, and accountabilityto create a culture where everyone feels included and can thrive. Qualifications Required Qualifications : Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, Go, C#, or Python, OR equivalent experience. 2+ years of experience designing and building distributed cloud services, with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability in production environments. 2+ years of experience enhancing system reliability, scalability, and security, applying best practices to ensure robust and secure service delivery across diverse environments. 1+ year of experience working with Kubernetes, Linux, and container technologies, contributing to the development, deployment, and management of scalable cloud-native applications. Other Qualifications : Ability to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements, including passing the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter. Preferred Qualifications : Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 10+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, Go, C#, or Python, OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years of relevant experience, OR equivalent experience. 1+ year of experience with build, release, and monitoring processes, including implementing CI/CD pipelines and observability tools to support service health and operational excellence. Software Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $139,900 - $274,800 per year. The range varies by location, with specific ranges for the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area (USD $188,000 - $304,200). Certain roles may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation. Applications are accepted until August 15, 2025. azurecorejobs Responsibilities Develop code for creating production-quality services, including microservices (e.g., gRPC, REST API), middleware, build, test, resource provisioning, deployment, and monitoring. Stay updated with the latest tech stacks. Build RAG (retrieval augmented generation) workflows compatible with LLMs (large language models) to facilitate best practices and code updates. Assist users in utilizing our systems, gather feedback, and implement improvements. Mentor engineers through code reviews, design reviews, and debugging support. Benefits and perks vary by employment type and country, including healthcare, educational resources, discounts, savings and investments, parental leave, generous time off, giving programs, and networking opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr