Principal Software Engineering Manager

Microsoft Corporation · Redmond, WA, United States

Location
Redmond
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
July 13, 2026

Job Description

**Overview**

Leads disciplined use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools across the software development lifecycle (SDLC), integrating Responsible AI practices and recommending improvements. Guides collaboration with stakeholders to confirm user requirements and leverages feedback channels for design improvements. Owns and leads architecture discussions, manages design documents, evaluates new technologies, and reviews complex designs. Guides teams in creating test strategies, incorporating security testing, and leveraging AI tools for test automation. Leads managing dependencies and collaborates across teams to align schedules and resolve conflicts. Guides development process, ensuring extensible, maintainable, and secure code using best practices. Acts as an expert in troubleshooting, applying least-access principles, and conducting incident retrospectives. Leads code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices. Drives project planning, anticipates future goals, and ensure...

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