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Principal Software Engineer

Join the Windows Cloud Experiences team and be at the forefront of redefining how people connect to their Windows environments, anytime, anywhere, from any device. Were building the next-generation remote desktop experience for the web, and were looking for bold, creative engineers to help us push the boundaries of whats possible.

As part of the Windows + Devices organization, our team thrives on innovation, fast iteration, and a deep commitment to delivering delightful, high-performance solutions to millions of users. Were a collaborative, high-energy group that values curiosity, craftsmanship, and a growth mindset.

Were seeking a Principal Software Engineer whos excited to explore new technologies, write elegant and robust code, and drive engineering excellence across the stack. In this role, youll contribute to rapid, iterative releases and have the opportunity to innovate across multiple areas of our product, from protocol handling and graphics rendering to authentication and telemetry.

About the Product

• Drive the Future of Remote Work: Join a team at the forefront of delivering seamless, secure, and high-performance remote desktop experiences directly in the browser, empowering users to access Windows desktops and apps from anywhere, on any device.
• Cloud-Powered Windows Experiences: Contribute to the next generation of cloud-integrated Windows solutions, leveraging Azure and Microsoft 365 to enable scalable, resilient, and enterprise-grade remote desktop services.
• Cutting-Edge Web Technologies: Work with a modern tech stack including C++, JavaScript/TypeScript, and React, while developing deep expertise in browser APIs and cross-browser compatibility (Chromium, Firefox, Safari, Edge).
• Protocol and Graphics Innovation: Engineer solutions that require a strong understanding of RDP internals, graphics PDUs, and virtual channels, optimizing for low latency and high fidelity in remote rendering scenarios.
• End-to-End Product Ownership: Collaborate across architecture, development, deployment, and Live Site operations, ensuring robust telemetry, proactive monitoring, and rapid incident response for a global user base.
• Agile and Impactful Delivery: Operate in a fast-paced, iterative environment with short release cycles, where innovation and customer impact are prioritized, and every engineer has the opportunity to shape product direction.
• Expanding Product Roadmap: Be part of a team with a rich and evolving roadmap, expanding the scope of remote desktop capabilities across devices, platforms, and enterprise scenarios.
• Customer-Centric Engineering: Leverage data-driven insights and direct customer feedback to continuously improve usability, reliability, and security, making remote work frictionless for millions of users.
• Collaborative and Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a team that values growth mindset, diversity, and collaboration, where your ideas and expertise help define the future of remote desktop technology at Microsoft.

At Microsoft, our mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. We foster a culture of respect, integrity, and accountability, where inclusion and collaboration fuel innovation, and where your work can have real, global impact.