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Principal Software Engineering Manager

Microsoft

Work Mode

Onsite

Employment Type

FULL TIME

Location

India, Telangana, Hyderabad

Application Deadline

August 1, 2026

Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning. Set technical vision and strategy for security features in K8s multicloud, deployment tools, and platform engineering. Mentor engineers at all levels, providing guidance on career development, technical growth, and best practices.

Responsibilities

Oversee project delivery, resource allocation, and operational excellence for live site reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Product, Research, Data Science, Architecture) to deliver cohesive, end-to-end solutions. Drive adoption of modern engineering practices, including design/code reviews, telemetry-driven decisions, and integration testing. Engage with stakeholders to align team objectives with business priorities and communicate progress to leadership.

Required Qualifications

15+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years in people management roles. Proven track record of building and leading high-performing engineering teams in enterprise environments. Deep expertise in cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP), distributed systems, and secure development practices. Kubernetes (K8s) expertise is a must-have requirement for this role; candidates without strong production experience in K8s will not be considered. Strong coding background (C, Python, or equivalent), with hands-on experience in platform development and automation. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Experience with project management, resource planning, and operational oversight. Outstanding communication, negotiation, and decision-making abilities. Multicloud architecture and deployment. Scripting (PowerShell, Bash), CI/CD pipeline management. Large-scale data, operational, or network architecture. This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. *

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