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Principal Software Engineer - Copilot

Microsoft
Posted 15 days ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Redmond, WA 98073, US

Salary

$142,800 - $331,200 per year

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Microsoft is seeking a passionate Software Engineer to work on AI-driven projects that enhance user experiences on Windows.
  • The role involves designing and developing next-generation products and features, with a focus on secure and performant platform services.
  • Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with 6+ years of technical engineering experience in programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python.
  • The typical base pay range for this position across the U.S. is between $142,800 and $274,800 per year, with higher ranges for specific locations like the San Francisco Bay area and New York City.
  • Microsoft values diversity and inclusion, offering equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of their background.
Overview

As Microsoft continues to push the boundaries of AI we are on the lookout for passionate individuals to work with us on the most interesting and challenging AI questions of our time. Our vision is to enable users to get more done in their existing workflows by maximally leveraging agentic workflows. It’s also inclusive: we make AI accessible to all — consumers, businesses, developers — so that everyone can realize its benefits. 

This team is at the forefront of redefining how AI enhance everyday computing on Windows. We build the full stack from working with data and models to user experiences with native tools and quality feedback loops. We’re shipping consumer-scale services that are transforming how users interact with their PCs. Whether it’s designing intelligent prompts, engineering robust backends to interface with models, or developing native Windows platform and UX features, this team does it all. 

As a Software Engineer on the team, you will work at the intersection of distributed systems, AI, and agent-driven development to build systems that can reason, plan, and execute tasks—powering the next generation of AI-assisted and agentic computing experiences. 

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
  • Design and develop next generation products and features for Copilot experiences on Windows. 

  • Design and develop secure and performant platform services that support Copilot experiences on Windows. 

  • Work collaboratively with platform, infrastructure, application engineers and researchers to build next generation AI products and services.  

  • Ship high-quality, well-tested, secure, and maintainable code.  

  • Overcome obstacles to deliver work quickly and iteratively to users  

  • Enjoy working in a fast-paced, design-driven, product development cycle.   

  • Embody our Culture and Values. 



Qualifications

Qualifications 

  • Bachelor'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 Python  

    • OR equivalent experience. 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 12+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR 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. 

  • Extensive hands-on experience using modern AI coding agents (e.g., Claude Code, Codex, Github Copilot, or similar tools), with a track record of: 

    • Acting as a team expert or go-to resource for AI-assisted/agentic development workflows 

  • Driving adoption of agentic coding tools to improve engineering velocity and code quality 

    • Defining best practices for prompt design, tool usage, and human-in-the-loop systems 



Software Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $142,800.00 - $274,800.00 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 $188,000.00 - $304,200.00 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

Software Engineering IC6 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $165,600.00 - $296,400.00 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 $220,800.00 - $331,200.00 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


This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.



Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.




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