Principal Software Engineering Manager - Window...
@ Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, United States
On Site
Full-time
Posted 4 days ago

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Overview

Join the Windows Shell & Services Engineering team at Microsoft to lead the evolution of File Explorer, one of Windows' most iconic components.

Responsibilities

Guide a team of talented engineers in delivering intuitive, intelligent, and performant file management experiences to over a billion users. Drive technical excellence, foster innovation, growth mindset, and inclusion while aligning engineering efforts with customer needs and business goals.

Role Impact

This high-impact role blends strategic leadership with hands-on engineering oversight and project delivery within a fast-paced environment.

About Microsoft

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet. With values of respect, integrity, and accountability, the company cultivates a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive.

Key skills/competency

  • Technical Excellence
  • Innovation
  • Leadership
  • Team Management
  • Windows
  • File Explorer
  • Customer Alignment
  • Inclusion
  • Project Delivery
  • Growth Mindset

How to Get Hired at Microsoft

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Microsoft’s culture: Study their mission, values, and news.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight leadership, technical excellence, and innovation.
  • Showcase project delivery: Emphasize hands-on engineering oversight.
  • Prepare for behavioral questions: Detail experiences managing teams and conflicts.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Windows OS architecture.
Study system-level programming.
Practice design pattern implementations.
Prepare technical decision-making examples.

Behavioral Questions

Describe your leadership style.
Explain conflict resolution experience.
Discuss team motivation tactics.
Share growth mindset examples.

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