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Principal Software Engineer - Azure Storage at Microsoft
Required Skills
azure storagedistributed systemscloud-native architecturesc#javaperformance optimizationscalabilityai-scale workloadssoftware engineering
About the Role
Principal Software Engineer role focused on enhancing Azure Storage control plane for AI-scale workloads. Drive innovation in distributed storage systems, optimize performance, and ensure scalability and reliability. Collaborate with teams to deliver cutting-edge cloud storage solutions.Key Responsibilities
- Partner with stakeholders to determine requirements for scalable, reliable, and high-performance storage solutions
- Lead design and implementation of enhancements to optimize storage control plane for AI-scale workloads
- Identify and address bottlenecks in system performance and scalability
- Act as Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) for system availability, performance, and fault tolerance
- Leverage expertise in Azure Storage and distributed systems to influence technical decisions and product roadmaps
Required Skills & Qualifications
Must Have:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including C# or Java OR equivalent experience
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with Storage products and cloud-native architectures
- 5+ years of experience in software development with focus on large distributed systems
- Ability to meet Microsoft security screening requirements including Microsoft Cloud Background Check
Nice to Have:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 10+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including C# or Java OR equivalent experience
- Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including C# or Java OR equivalent experience
Benefits & Perks
- Industry leading healthcare