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Principal Engineering Lead – Gaming AI

Are you an experienced game development leader who thrives at the intersection of technical leadership, hands-on engineering, and people management?

 

At Xbox Gaming AI, we are exploring emerging technology trends to craft the next era of gaming. We are venturing beyond the horizon and charting a course forward with players and creators at the center. Our goal is to define the future of Xbox by advancing our mission of bringing joy and community to every player on the planet. If you value dynamic and agile teams that are proactively advocating for a diverse workforce, we have a great role for you.

 

We’re looking for a Principal Engineering Lead to guide a cross-functional team building foundational systems for future creative tools and interactive experiences. This team spans the full technology stack from services and player-facing applications. You’ll be responsible for setting technical direction, nurturing team health, and staying actively engaged in the code and architecture alongside your team.

This is a unique opportunity to help define new categories of play and build experiences that blend creativity, technology, and community.

We Value

  • Growth Mindset: You’re open to feedback and eager to learn—for yourself and your team.
  • Be Brave. Be Bold: You embrace ambiguity and are energized by solving new problems.
  • Collaborate: You foster connection, trust, and shared ownership across functions.
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: You lead with empathy and help create an environment where all voices are welcomed and respected.

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.

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CULTURE VALUES
Inclusive & Diverse
Mission Driven
Social Impact Driven
Passion for Exploration
Dare to be Different
Diversity of Opinions
Reward & Recognition
Empathetic
Feedback Forward
Work/Life Harmony
Collaboration over Competition
Growth & Learning
Transparent & Candid
Customer-Centric
Rise from Within
Friends Outside of Work
BENEFITS & PERKS
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Resources
Life insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Learning & Development
Work Visa Sponsorship
Employee Resource Groups
401K Matching
Paid Time-Off
Maternity Leave
Social Gatherings
Company Retreats
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DATE POSTED
June 20, 2025

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