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Posted date: Oct 17, 2024
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Category: Software Engineering
Location: Redmond, WA
Estimated salary: $215,800
Range: $137,600 - $294,000
Employment type: Full-Time
Travel amount: 25.0%
Work location type: Up to 100% work from home
Role: Individual Contributor
Description
Our Web Experiences Team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer focused on Big Data Storage and Processing. This role involves leading the development of scalable, robust data platforms that support critical business functions such as Search, Ads, and Recommendation services. Our team is responsible for building large-scale systems that operate across millions of cores and handle massive data volumes in a multi-tenant environment.As a Principal Software Engineer, you will spearhead projects that integrate advanced distributed systems using technologies such as Spark, HDFS, and Kafka. Your expertise in distributed computing systems will be pivotal as you enhance the architecture and efficiency of one of the world's most extensive distributed systems. You will lead efforts to optimize data storage, improve computational efficiencies, and ensure strict SLAs are met for both offline workloads and online scenarios.
You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the open-source community, driving innovations and laying the groundwork for the next generation of data platforms. Your role will significantly influence the strategic direction and continued success of our organization, making it an ideal position for someone passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex problems at web scale.
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.
Architect, design, and implement high-performance solutions to enhance our offline processing infrastructure. Technically lead the development and scaling of our distributed services, ensuring robustness, performance, and reliability. Collaborate with various teams to transform user requirements into actionable designs and systems. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Engage in the full software development lifecycle from conception to deployment, ensuring solutions meet high standards of quality and performance. Stay abreast of industry trends and apply best practices in software development and new technologies to drive improvements.
Qualifications
Required QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or PythonOR equivalent experience.Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceOR related technical field AND 10+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or PythonOR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or PythonOR equivalent experience.Expertise in performance optimization and system architecture, particularly within large-scale processing environments. Proven track record in designing and deploying scalable, distributed systems. Demonstrated problem solving and prioritization skills. Committed problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Effective collaborator and communicator.
Software Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $137,600 - $267,000 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $180,400 - $294,000 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
Microsoft will accept applications for the role until November 3, 2024.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.
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