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[Apply on Microsoft’s careers site →](https://apply.careers.microsoft.com/careers/job/1970393556960947) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Microsoft](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/) / Principal Software Engineer - Networking & Storage Systems ## Job description Architect and lead development of robust networking and storage frameworks for large-scale cloud platforms. Own end-to-end technical strategy, making high-impact architectural decisions. Collaborate with product, hardware, and business teams to define requirements and deliver strategic solutions. Ensure code quality, reliability, and security through rigorous reviews and automation. Drive adoption of best practices in observability, diagnostics, and performance optimization. Represent the team in cross-functional forums, influencing organizational priorities and technical direction. 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 PhD Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience. 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with deep expertise in networking and storage systems. Proven track record of technical leadership and architectural ownership in large-scale distributed systems. Proficiency in C, C++, C#, Java, Python, and cloud technologies. Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Experience driving strategic initiatives and influencing organizational direction. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 28, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Aug 21, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 1, 2026 - Listed for: 72 days - Location: United States, California, Mountain View, Washington, Redmond[Apply on Microsoft’s careers site →](https://apply.careers.microsoft.com/careers/job/1970393556960947) ## Hiring at Microsoft - Open jobs: 2,199 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 10, 2026 [All Microsoft jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Microsoft ### [Senior Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/c1b6835206dd703710f9/) United States, California, Mountain View, Washington, Redmond ### [Senior Software Engineer - Responsible AI - CoreAI](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/035a5c9c6416cf14c742/) United States, California, Mountain View, Washington, Redmond ### [Director, AI Infrastructure Strategy & Operations - AI Experiences](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/8600f5e6b3c66b536a63/) United States, California, Mountain View, Washington, Redmond ### [Principal Data Scientist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/5d1ad8fccef3ac6e0325/) United States, California, Mountain View, Washington, Redmond ### [Principal Product Manager, Content Product](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/8feda0926099b6f841cf/) United States, California, Mountain View, Washington, Redmond ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Principal Networking Site Reliability Engineer (Hybrid)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/510182069be563bab24b/) BAE Systems · Merrimack, New Hampshire, United States ### [Senior Software Engineer, Networking Software Systems](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/6fb248c49007f479715f/) Qualcomm · Santa Clara, California, United States of America ### [Principal Software Engineer, Core Infrastructure - OCI Networking](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oracle/jobs/84e009c75d7e0e6447fb/) Oracle · United States ### [Principal Software Infrastructure Engineer - OCI Networking](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oracle/jobs/1721d7d5a0f1a935eadf/) Oracle · Nashville, TN, United States ### [Principal Software Engineer - Service Networking](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/roblox/jobs/2ef97b81f86cf62a3a78/) Roblox · San Mateo, CA OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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