Principal Group Engineering Manager
Microsoft
Principal Group Engineering Manager
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Save
Overview
We are looking for a Principal Group Engineering Manager to lead the Teams Admin Centre engineering organization. In this role, you will manage a team of engineering managers, architects, and developers driving the evolution of Teams administration to be efficient, intuitive, and impactful. You will spearhead initiatives to transform the admin experience in the era of AI, integrating intelligent automation, agentic workflows, and scalable platform solutions. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with deep technical expertise, a track record of building high-performing teams, and the ability to deliver large-scale, complex systems while shaping the future of enterprise collaboration.
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field 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.
- Deep technical background in building scalable enterprise applications.
- Strong understanding of AI-driven workflows, automation, and platform engineering.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Passion for improving user experiences and driving measurable impact.
- 12+ years of technical engineering experience with 5+ years of leading and managing high-performance engineering teams.
#TeamsCore #CAPIDC #Teams
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor engineering managers, architects, and senior developers.
- Drive innovation and transformation in Teams admin experiences leveraging AI and automation.
- Ensure delivery of high-quality, scalable, and reliable solutions.
- Collaborate with product, design, and cross-functional teams to align initiatives with business strategy.
- Foster a culture of technical excellence, inclusivity, and continuous learning.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, leadership by providing regular updates on project status, challenges, and milestones.