Principal Engineer - AI Platform Development (Azure PostgreSQL)

• Lead the design and development of AI Store capabilities in Azure PostgreSQL, including vector search, semantic indexing, and AI-optimized database features to power the next generation of intelligent applications.
• Architect intuitive, scalable APIs, SDKs, and extensibility layers that bring advanced database and AI capabilities into the hands of developers.
• Create seamless developer experiences by integrating PostgreSQL services with modern development tools, frameworks, and cloud platforms accelerating application development on Azure PostgreSQL.
• Partner closely with database engine engineers, product managers, and developer advocates to translate developer needs into deep system and platform innovations.
• Design and deliver high-quality interfaces, SDKs, samples, and documentation that make building AI-powered applications on PostgreSQL accessible, powerful, and joyful.
• Engage with open-source communities, technology partners, and developer ecosystems to amplify impact, gather feedback, and inform platform evolution. Champion a developer-first mindset while advancing technical excellence, scalability, and innovation across the stack from database internals to developer workflows.

Embody our culture and values

Do you have experience in Scalability?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND extensive technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python *

• OR equivalent experience.

Job Requirements: Other & Additional

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

• Proven experience designing and delivering scalable, production-grade services, APIs, or developer platforms.
• Strong technical fundamentals in distributed systems, concurrency, cloud-native architecture, or database internals.
• Extensive years of backend or platform engineering experience building cloud-scale services or developer ecosystems.
• Passion for building outstanding developer experiences and empathy for developer workflows.
• Experience with database systems (PostgreSQL or others), indexing, or AI/ML-driven data access patterns.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and open-source communities.
• Demonstrated technical leadership, mentorship, and a collaborative, cross-functional mindset.
• Commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and building an inclusive, high-performing engineering culture.

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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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