Senior & Principal Software Engineer - Systems & Infrastructure at Microsoft in Mountain View, CA

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What a Senior & Principal Software Engineer - Systems & Infrastructure usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: Designs, develops, and maintains complex software systems and infrastructure components. This role focuses on the backend, ensuring reliability, scalability, and performance. Responsibilities often include troubleshooting production issues, implementing automation, and collaborating with other engineering teams. Senior engineers mentor junior team members and contribute to architectural decisions.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, or Go, experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), and familiarity with DevOps practices, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure-as-code tools is common.

Good fit for: Individuals with strong problem-solving abilities, a deep understanding of system architecture, and a passion for building robust and scalable infrastructure thrive in this role.

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