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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Data Engineer - CoreAI - **Company:** Microsoft - **Location:** Redmond, WA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $142,800.0 - $274,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, Computer Engineering, Data Validation, Information Engineering, Data Files, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Structures, Data Systems, Distributed Data Store, Azure Data Lake, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Cloud Platform System, Azure Data Factory, Apache Spark, Data Layers, Pyspark, Information Technology, Azure Synapse Analytics, Data Pipelines - **Published:** August 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jobmonkeyjobs.com/career/27924122/Principal-Data-Engineer-Coreai-Washington-Redmond-1210 ## About the Role * Master's Degree in Computer Science, Math, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years experience in business analytics, data science, software development, data modeling, or data engineering + OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Math, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years experience in business analytics, data science, software development, data modeling, or data engineering o 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., * Deep experience architecting and operating large-scale distributed data systems in cloud environments, preferably Azure. * Ability to write clean, working code using core algorithms, data structures, and analytics-oriented problem-solving. * Extensive experience in implementing and optimizing data pipelines and distributed data systems (e.g., Azure Data Lake, Spark, Synapse, SQL databases). * Understanding of data governance, privacy, lineage, and security best practices, especially within highly regulated or enterprise environments. * Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. * Expertise with modern data engineering languages and frameworks (e.g., Azure Data Explorer, PySpark, SQL, etc). * Experience collaborating in cross-functional teams and building consensus among stakeholders with diverse backgrounds (engineering, analytics, product, business). * Track record of driving innovation in data engineering, including experience leading technical projects and mentoring others. Data Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $142,800 - $274,800 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 $188,000 - $304,200 per year. ## Description * Own and define end-to-end data and analytics architecture for CoreAI and Foundry platforms, setting long-term technical direction for scalable, reliable, and cost-effective analytics supporting AI workloads. * Design, build, and optimize large-scale, robust data pipelines and architectures that support CoreAI's analytics initiatives. * Develop and extend scalable ETL/ELT workflows, ensuring reliable ingestion, transformation, and storage of high-volume, high-velocity data from diverse sources. * Data Governance & Trust: follow best practices for data quality, lineage, security, and compliance. * Collaborate with stakeholders to define trustworthy data sets and implement rigorous data validation protocols, ensuring CoreAI's analytics are both accurate and auditable. * Analytics Enablement: Partner with data scientists, analysts, and business leaders to translate business needs into technical solutions. * Enable self-service analytics and empower teams by building data models, semantic layers, and tools that streamline access to trusted information. * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, software engineers, AI researchers, and business stakeholders to align data solutions with business goals. * Translate ambitious vision into actionable roadmaps and measurable outcomes. * Mentor senior engineers and technical leads, guide complex design decisions, and foster a culture of engineering excellence, operational rigor, and continuous learning across the organization. ## Related Videos - [Why Your AI Agent Keeps Hallucinating Your Data: Building Deterministic Context Layers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2055-why-your-ai-agent-keeps-hallucinating-your-data-building-deterministic-context-layers) - [Introduction to TXT](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/30-introduction-to-txt) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Inside the AI Revolution: How Microsoft is Empowering the World to Achieve More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/869-inside-the-ai-revolution-how-microsoft-is-empowering-the-world-to-achieve-more) - [Parquet, Delta, Iceberg & Ducklake - An introduction for developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100075-parquet-delta-iceberg-ducklake-an-introduction-for-developers) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)