Principal AI Machine Learning
Microsoft India • Bengaluru • Remote • Full-time • Publish Date:
About the Role
Microsoft India invites applications for the Principal AI Machine Learning position at its Bengaluru center (India). Anchored in the Software Engineering group, this role combines hands-on execution across portfolio prioritization, resource allocation, and margin expansion with strategic accountability for strategic program velocity, delivery margin, and customer NPS.
This charter requires 5 to 10 years of progressive experience, combining deep domain fluency in Machine Learning, Executive Leadership, P&L Ownership with disciplined execution via Financial Modeling & Forecasting and Executive BI Dashboards. You will interface directly with regional delivery directors, finance partners, and product sponsors to ensure every milestone meets Microsoft India's quality bar.
The Principal AI Machine Learning position at Microsoft India (Bengaluru) carries an annual CTC range of ₹16L – ₹28L per annum (approx. ₹1,33,333 – ₹2,33,333 per month gross), benchmarked to mid-senior level standards in Software Engineering.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect, develop, and scale mission-critical software solutions and distributed systems for Microsoft India.
- Collaborate with Product Management, DevOps, and QA teams to define scalable architecture patterns.
- Champion engineering excellence through thorough code reviews, unit testing, and continuous deployment.
- Drive performance tuning, latency optimization, and robust API design.
Required Qualifications & Technical Stack
- 5–10 years of hands-on professional experience in relevant domain.
- Bachelor's / Master's degree in engineering or relevant academic discipline.
- Proven track record in driving scalable results, team leadership, and stakeholder management.
- Strong analytical problem-solving capabilities and exceptional communication skills.
Preferred / Bonus Qualifications
- Prior exposure to scaling high-impact client and executive stakeholder charters within Software Engineering teams in Bengaluru or comparable Indian enterprise hubs.
- Familiarity with automation workflows, Financial Modeling & Forecasting and Executive BI Dashboards, and modern reporting standards.
- Experience mentoring cross-functional contributors or managing end-to-end delivery SLAs.
Core Technologies & Tools
Machine Learning, Executive Leadership, P&L Ownership, Strategic Roadmap, Enterprise Governance, Stakeholder Alignment, Organizational Scaling
Salary & Compensation Breakdown
Annual CTC Range: ₹16L - ₹28L / yr • Experience Benchmark: 5 - 10 Years (Senior Level)
Annual CTC is structured between ₹16 Lakhs and ₹28 Lakhs per annum (approx. ₹1,33,333 – ₹2,33,333/month) based on interview performance, Machine Learning & Executive Leadership depth, and 5 to 10 years of progressive experience. Package includes fixed base pay, statutory provident fund, medical insurance, and performance-linked incentives at Microsoft India.
Perks & Benefits: Comprehensive Medical Insurance • Flexible Work / Remote Options • Annual Performance Bonus • Learning & Development Stipend • Stock Options / Wellness Benefits
Work Location & Regional Hub — Bengaluru (Remote)
This Principal AI Machine Learning opening is based in Bengaluru, India under a Remote work arrangement. Candidates located in Bengaluru or willing to operate from the Bengaluru regional corridor will collaborate directly with Microsoft India's Software Engineering unit during standard Indian business hours.
About Microsoft India — Company Profile & Details
Microsoft India is a verified employer operating within the Software Engineering and enterprise solutions ecosystem with active delivery operations in Bengaluru, India. Known for structured execution across portfolio prioritization, resource allocation, and margin expansion, Microsoft India partners with regional delivery directors, finance partners, and product sponsors to build resilient products, client services, and sustainable career pathways for mid-senior level professionals.
Industry / Practice: Software Engineering • Regional Hub: Bengaluru, India, India • Verification: GST & KYC Verified Employer
How to Apply for Principal AI Machine Learning at Microsoft India
- Click "Apply Now" on this page and verify your candidate profile, contact details, and updated resume highlighting Machine Learning, Executive Leadership, P&L Ownership.
- Complete the role-readiness screening check confirming your 5 to 10 years of progressive experience and availability for the Bengaluru (Remote) mandate.
- Shortlisted profiles undergo a structured evaluation with Microsoft India's Software Engineering hiring panel focused on talent succession pipelines and high-performing leadership pods and practical problem-solving.
- Final discussion with Microsoft India leadership covering role expectations, onboarding timeline in Bengaluru, and the ₹16L – ₹28L / yr compensation package.