Principal Software EngineeringLead

TheXbox Experiences Foundryteam owns the application platform andreleaseinfrastructure that enables Xbox experiences acrossConsole, PC, Mobile, Handhelds, Smart TVs, and Web. Our mission is to make it easy for Xbox teams to build, ship, andoperatereliable experiences for players around the world.

We are looking for aPrincipal Software EngineeringLeadto help evolve the platform that underpins Xbox applications. In this role, you will lead a team responsible for core platform capabilities including application hosting, build and release systems, deployment infrastructure, and shared runtime components used across Xbox apps.This work directlyimpactshow quickly new Xbox experiences reach players and how reliably theyoperateonce deployed.

In thisroleyou and your teamare responsible forthe core platform infrastructure that powers Xbox applications across devices, including the systems that enable teams to build, deploy, andoperatetheir experiences.Your teamwill drive improvements to build, release, and deployment systems so teams can ship quickly while maintaining safetyand reliability.

You will strengthen platform reliability and observability through improved operational capabilities, while partnering with product managers, designers, and engineering teams across Xbox to understand developer needs and evolve the platform accordingly. This role also involves establishing durable technical patterns and best practices that improve development velocity and system resilience, while balancing platform reliability, developer productivity, and feature delivery across a complex ecosystem of applications and services.

Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. We come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals while creating a culture where everyone can thrive.

Technical Leadership:

• Provide technical guidance and leadership to a team of highly skilled software engineers, both in modern web technologies such as JavaScript and TypeScript, as well as device native languages(like C++,Swift and/or Kotlin.)and frameworks likeReact Native.
• Cultivate an AI forward development model, empowering engineers to develop tools and systems that take advantage of agentic software development practices.
• Mentor team membersusingboth formal training sessions and on-the-job coaching, promoting continuous professional growth and adherence to best software development practices.
• Activelyparticipatein code reviews,setting and upholdingcoding standards, and that code isoptimizedfor diagnosability, reliability, and maintainability.

Operational Excellence:

• Oversee the operation of live services,utilizinganalytics tomonitorsystemperformanceandidentifyareas for improvement.
• Manage and refine the on-call rotation system to ensure rapid and efficient problem resolution.

Innovation in Service Deployment and Maintenance:

• Innovate and streamline the deployment and maintenance processes to enhance the reliability and efficiency of services with minimal manual intervention.
• Lead initiatives to improve system architecture and development practices that cater to the needs of a dynamic and scalable web platform.

Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration:

• Work closely with program managers and UX/UI designers to ensure a seamless integration of technical, aesthetic, and functional aspectsinproduct development.
• Drive the strategy for a design-oriented engineering culture, translating design visions into technicallyfeasiblesolutions that enhance user interaction and satisfaction.

Impact and Learning Orientation:

• Remain highly motivated and eager to make a measurable impact on the platform and its user base.
• Embrace a learning mindset, continuously seekingnew technologiesand methods to enhance team performance and product quality.
• Embody ourCultureandValues

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
  • OR equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cloud Technologies:Experience withmodern cloud services and understanding their integration into scalable web applications.
• Web Development: Proficient in using React and TypeScript for building and shipping web applications.
• Native application development with one or more languages (C++, Objective-C, Swift,Javaor Kotlin).
• Gaming Industry Insight: Technical knowledge of gaming-related challenges, such as responsive User Experience (UX) design and multi-platform compatibility.
• Innovative Thinking: A history of applying innovative solutions to enhance product functionality and user experience across diverse platforms.
• Technical Experience: Proventrack recordof developing, deploying, andmaintaininghigh-performance, scalable web applications and cross-platform PC and Mobile native applications.
• Leadership Experience: Demonstrable experience in leading technical teams with a focus on shipping quality software products.

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Software Engineering M5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $139,900 - $274,800 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $188,000 - $304,200 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.