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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 Principal Engineering Manager role within the Microsoft 365 Release & Delivery Experiences (RDX) team focuses on leading the architecture and delivery of CPS and MASP platforms, ensuring safe and compliant deployment of Microsoft 365 client updates for global enterprises. This involves building large-scale distributed services that enable update management, enterprise policy enforcement, and predictable monthly channel deliveries while leveraging telemetry to validate release health and automate recovery processes. The role requires expertise in production deployment safety, data-driven decision-making, and cross-organizational collaboration with Office application teams and platform engineering groups to enhance reliability and performance. Essential skills include experience with large-scale distributed systems, service architecture, and cloud service operations, as well as a strong background in telemetry pipelines, automated rollback mechanisms, and live-site excellence.