This role pays more than
54%
of similar roles. Most pay
$175,500–$211,200
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$207k
versus about
$193k
for comparable roles.
Based on 239 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
622 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$119,800–$234,700
across 559 roles with salary data.
The Principal Software Engineer role at Microsoft's Shopping team within the MAI organization involves designing and developing scalable backend systems for shopping features in Copilot, Bing, and Edge browser. This senior position requires a systematic approach to problem-solving, full-stack knowledge, and expertise in building robust solutions. Day-to-day responsibilities include making key architectural decisions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering impactful consumer products. Ideal candidates should have experience designing high-throughput distributed systems and data pipelines, ensuring low-latency performance while maintaining complex data integrity. The role demands a passion for quality, reliability, and customer focus, as well as the ability to innovate in a fast-paced environment.
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