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Microsoft Principal Software Engineering Manager - Windows File Explorer 
Taiwan, Taoyuan City 
45933033

02.09.2025

Required 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.
  • Experience in shipping production-grade software at scale.
  • Experience in cross-team collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
  • 4+ years of people management.


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 Qualifications:

  • 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 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 equivalent experience.
  • Passion for delivering high-quality and delightful end-to-end customer experiences.
  • Consistent growth mindset.
  • Energy, ability, and drive to hit the ground running.
  • Experience leveraging AI for productivity.
  • Familiarity with building UI using XAML is a plus.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and passionate about contributing to a positive team culture.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until September 9, 2025.

Responsibilities
  • Lead and continuously develop a high-performing engineering team, owning and steering execution of high-quality features within File Explorer.
  • Drive alignment across and collaborate with product management, design, data, and partner teams to define and deliver priority features following the “One Microsoft” philosophy.
  • Champion engineering best practices, including code quality, testing, and leveraging AI efficiencies.
  • Own team health, career development, and performance management, fostering a culture of inclusion, mentorship, growth mindset, and continuous learning.
  • Motivate and develop individuals, teams, and partners to adapt and move quickly within our rapidly evolving company and industry culture.