Principal Software Engineer

The Microsoft Windows Devices W D team is on a journey to deliver iconic experiences across hardware software and services that people love and use every day A core part of the W D strategy is delivering devices with excellent Fundamentals and delightful AI experiences that blend the power of the Edge with the scale of the cloud We are seeking a self-driven Principal Software Engineer to help shape the next wave of AI innovations on Windows devices As we pursue key advances in the areas of AI silicon and software we remain laser-focused on establishing Fundamentals as a delighter for the Copilot PC brand If you love the pursuit of excellence and are inspired by the challenge of driving innovations that impact how the world lives works and plays then we invite you to an exciting opportunity to innovate influence transform inspire and grow within the W D Silicon and Fundamentals Team 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 Responsibilities As a Principal Software Engineer in the Windows Silicon and Fundamentals team you will mentor engineers and architects helping them deepen their technical expertise and communication skills You will work closely with organizational leaders and collaborate with a global network of architects across disciplines driving alignment and innovation across Windows platforms In this role you will shape the business and technical vision by defining the architectural how for building scalable reliable systems with strong fundamentals optimizing for performance power efficiency and engineering rigor Key Responsibilities include Define and evolve architectural strategies for AI workloads and silicon integration in Windows Lead initiatives to enhance performance power efficiency and reliability across diverse hardware Mentor engineers and architects fostering technical depth and cross-functional collaboration Partner with global teams and hardware partners to align platform goals and co-engineering efforts Drive architectural reviews and contribute to long-term planning for scalable infrastructure and lab capabilities Champion engineering excellence through rigorous design profiling and validation practices Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor s Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 15 years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including but not limited to C C C Java JavaScript or Python OR equivalent experience Experience collaborating ability to collaborate with teams across different time zones and geographies Understanding of the Windows operating system and OS architecture Solid problem solving and debugging skills for modern-day multiprocessor systems able to write debug code use debuggers and diagnostics tools Leverage performance profiling and log analysis to understand system behavior Experience designing secure and scalable services on Azure or other cloud technologies Ability to resolve ambiguities effectively prioritize and drive projects to completion prioritize between multiple needs and adapt to changing circumstances Deliver clear written communication of technical designs and solutions Experience with AI models and tools W DJOBS Other Requirements Ability to meet Microsoft customer and or government security screening requirements are required for this role These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings Microsoft Cloud Background Check This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire transfer and every two years thereafter 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