This role pays more than
60%
of similar roles. Most pay
$155,000–$207,350
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$182k
versus about
$181k
for comparable roles.
Based on 238 similar postings.
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About Microsoft
Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing
Microsoft currently has
1103 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$119,800–$234,700
across 985 roles with salary data.
The Principal Corporate Counsel, Hardware Compliance Regulatory Attorney position within Microsoft’s Cloud Operations + Innovation division offers a unique opportunity to serve as a trusted legal advisor for the company’s expanding global cloud and datacenter infrastructure. This senior-level role involves providing practical, business-focused legal advice on regulatory requirements impacting hardware systems and infrastructure, including design, manufacturing, sourcing, deployment, operation, and end-of-life management of datacenter equipment. The attorney will collaborate closely with engineering, supply chain, sustainability, EHS, and operations teams to interpret regulations and support scalable compliance frameworks while advising on cross-border regulatory considerations such as import/export controls and supply chain obligations. Key qualifications include a Juris Doctor degree, 4+ years of experience in hardware compliance regulations, and the ability to partner effectively with global engineering and business teams in a fast-paced environment.