This role pays more than
98%
of similar roles. Most pay
$155,000–$207,350
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$230k
versus about
$181k
for comparable roles.
Based on 238 similar postings.
Employer
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.
As a Principal Software Engineer - Platform Architect for Microsoft Teams, you will join a dynamic team focused on AI & LLM technologies to design and build next-generation programmability and API interfaces. Your day-to-day responsibilities include defining long-term technical strategies, architecting scalable systems, and building hyperscale infrastructure that supports developer-deployed AI agents and secure LLM-driven experiences at global scale. You will also develop APIs and SDKs for ISVs, drive engineering culture, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor engineers. The role requires expertise in languages like C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python, experience with LLM infrastructure, and a strong background in secure cloud execution and multi-tenant isolation. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies that impact millions of users worldwide, fostering innovation within Microsoft’s inclusive and high-energy culture.