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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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As a Principal Software Engineer on the DPU Integrations and Operational Excellence team within Azure Hardware Systems & Infrastructure, you will design, build, test, and deploy automation tools and agents for control and data plane software running on custom-built silicon in various platforms. Your daily tasks include managing field incidents, maintaining dashboards, tracking software releases, and collaborating cross-functionally to resolve issues efficiently. You will leverage your expertise in networking, storage, or compute cloud platforms to provide technical leadership, guide debug sessions, and ensure high-quality product releases. The role requires experience with Azure or similar large-scale cloud computing infrastructure, embedded software development for DPUs/IPUs, and complex debugging in lab and live site environments. Additionally, familiarity with AI agents for tool automation and analysis is preferred, as you will work on innovative products deployed at a global scale.