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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
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The Azure Storage team seeks a Principal Software Engineer Manager to lead the development and optimization of a world-class distributed file system. This role involves defining strategies, designing products, and growing the engineering team while working on cutting-edge storage technologies like Data Processing Units (DPUs) for next-generation hyperscale storage systems supporting AI workloads. The candidate will collaborate with stakeholders to determine user requirements and drive product roadmaps, translating abstract problems into high-quality solutions. Essential skills include extensive experience in C and C++ programming, along with deep expertise in lower-level storage stacks, file systems, distributed systems, performance optimization, operating systems, and kernel mode programming. This position offers exposure to innovative hardware technologies and the opportunity to influence both business and industry trends in large-scale cloud storage solutions.