Principal Sourcing Engineer | Microsoft Careers

Microsoft

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Work type
On-site
Location
US
Salary
$142,800–$274,800 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
Dec 16, 2026

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Above market

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This role $209k
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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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TL;DR · Principal Sourcing Engineer | Microsoft Careers

As a Sourcing Engineering IC5 within the critical memory and storage technologies team at a leading tech company, you will lead front-end sourcing strategies for advanced technologies like HBM, DRAM, NAND/SSD, and CXL, supporting hyperscale cloud and AI platforms. Your day-to-day responsibilities include influencing platform architectures by partnering with engineering teams early in the design cycle, owning long-range supply and commercial strategy, and serving as a key interface with Tier-1 suppliers to structure long-term agreements and risk-sharing models. You will also drive cross-functional alignment on demand forecasts and supply risks, requiring deep expertise in memory and storage technologies, complex supplier negotiations, and executive-level communication skills. This role demands experience in procurement, supply chain management, or related fields, along with a master’s degree or equivalent work experience, ideally complemented by industry-specific knowledge and leadership in high-volatility environments.

What you'll do

  • Lead front-end sourcing strategy for critical memory and storage technologies.
  • Influence platform architectures by partnering with engineering teams early in design cycles.
  • Own long-range supply, capacity, and commercial strategies aligning supplier roadmaps.
  • Serve as commercial interface with Tier-1 suppliers, structuring LTAs and risk-sharing models.
  • Drive cross-functional alignment on demand forecasts and supply risk mitigation.

What we're looking for

  • Master's degree in a relevant field and 6+ years of experience or equivalent.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 8+ years of experience or equivalent.
  • Deep industry expertise in memory and storage technologies, including supply-demand dynamics.
  • Proven experience leading complex supplier negotiations involving long-term agreements.
  • Cross-functional leadership skills to align multiple teams around sourcing strategies.
  • Executive-level communication and negotiation skills at high levels internally and externally.
  • Ability to operate effectively in volatile environments while managing cost and financial risk.

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