Principal Software Engineer - Azure Kubernetes Service

Join the Azure Kubernetes Service Team

The Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) team is at the forefront of creating world-class container management and orchestration services for the cloud and beyond. We are responsible for developing container solutions for Azure on both Linux and Windows platforms.

Your Role

As a Principal Software Engineer on the AKS team, you will engage in challenging technical endeavors, developing state-of-the-art software systems. Your work will be crucial in understanding our system's quality, gathering vital data, and guiding fellow engineers in their design and development choices. You will be at the forefront of leveraging advanced AI/ML technologies and vast cloud infrastructure, driving Azure Kubernetes and Azure's overall quality to new heights.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers to dive deeply into any level or layer of a problem.
• Research emerging technologies, from software to hardware, and make recommendations that advance Azure Kubernetes Service.
• Advance the capabilities of Kubernetes and auxiliary components on Azure.
• Initiate and lead projects that enhance the quality of service for Azure Kubernetes Service.
• Establish stable communication channels with partners across the Microsoft ecosystem of engineers, ensuring alignment with partners' expectations.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, GoLang, or Python OR equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of coding experience around Kubernetes and container infrastructures.
• 4+ years of experience operating and maintaining distributed infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science OR related technical field AND 10+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience.
• Experience in modern monitoring/configure management systems, AND/OR cloud infrastructure.

Microsoft’s Mission

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Additional Information

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, 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.