Principal Engineering Manager @ Microsoft | Software Development, Strategic Thinking

As a Principal Software Development Manager at Microsoft, I lead teams building Azure Secure Cloud Infrastructure—one of the foundational pillars of Microsoft’s cloud ecosystem. With over 23 years of experience spanning software development, architecture, testing, and system maintenance, I’ve specialized in platforms like Windows Cloud, PowerShell Remoting, PS Core, Server Manager, ADFS, ADCS and ADDS, Remote Desktop, and Enterprise Security. I served as Ship Captain for the Windows 7 SP1 release, driving large-scale coordination across engineering and program management. My leadership has been recognized with three consecutive Management Excellence Awards, honoring impact, innovation, and team growth. My mission is to deliver secure, scalable, and high-quality solutions that exceed expectations and uphold trust. I’m passionate about fostering inclusive, high-performance teams and mentoring engineers toward technical and professional excellence. I work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to define scope, assess requirements, and architect impactful solutions. Currently, I’m expanding my expertise into AI, Post-Quantum Cryptography, Quantum-as-a-Service (QaaS), Formal Methods, and next-generation identity frameworks. As an SFI Advocate, seasoned Cybersecurity leader, and Protocol Compliance Champion, I remain committed to shaping resilient, standards-driven enterprise platforms while mentoring the next generation of engineers to approach digital innovation with integrity, precision, and impact.