​​Principal Software Engineer​

Microsoft is a company where passionate innovators come to collaborate, envision what can be and take their careers further. This is a world of more possibilities, more innovation, more openness, and the sky is the limit thinking in a cloud-enabled world. 
 
Microsoft’s Azure Data engineering team is leading the transformation of analytics in the world of data with products like databases, data integration, big data analytics, messaging & real-time analytics, and business intelligence. The products our portfolio include Microsoft Fabric, Azure SQL DB, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure PostgreSQL, Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Service Bus, Azure Event Grid, and Power BI. Our mission is to build the data platform for the age of AI, powering a new class of data-first applications and driving a data culture. 

​​Within Azure Data, the databases team builds and maintains Microsoft's operational Database systems. We store and manage data in a structured way to enable multitude of applications across various industries. We are on a journey to enable developer friendly, mission-critical, AI enabled operational Databases across relational, non-relational and OSS offerings.​ 

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​Azure Database for PostgreSQL is one of the newest services added to the family of relational database services provided in Microsoft Azure. Our team is building one of the most advanced distributed database services on top of PostgreSQL and provides it as a service on Azure.      
 
We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer with experience in vector databases and related technologies to be part of our journey. You will be working in a diverse geographically distributed team environment where collaboration and innovation are valued. This is a great opportunity to learn and work on the internals of enterprise class relational database engines, solve hard problems, and build a highly scalable and reliable data service. 
 

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Required/Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or related technical discipline 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. 

Other Requirements 

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: 

• This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter. 

Preferred/Additional Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 10+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python 
  • OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python 
  • OR equivalent experience. 
• Rust programming experience 
• Experience developing vector database and AI/GenAI features 
• Experience integrating LLM Programming Frameworks (LangChain, Promptflow, DSPy, or similar) 
• Knowledge or familiarity with GenAI and vector database research 

Software Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $133,600 - $256,800 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 $173,200 - $282,200 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

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until May 22, 2024.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.  We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

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We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Software Engineer and vector/AI/GenAI database expertise to join our Azure Database for PostgreSQL team. You will play a crucial role in driving development and innovation on Azure. You will be at the forefront of shaping the future of vector database and AI/GenAI database solutions in the cloud.  

Responsibilities: 

• Lead the design, architecture, and development on Azure Database for PostgreSQL.   
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement innovative solutions that enhance scalability and performance.   
• Provide technical Insight and guidance to the engineering team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality code and solutions.   
• Conduct performance analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization to deliver a seamless user experience.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in vector databases, AI/GenAI databases, cloud technologies, and related fields to drive continuous improvement.   
• Contribute to the open-source community and engage with customers to understand their needs and requirements. ​ ​ 

Embody our culture and values