Principal Engineer - Modern Workplace

FE fundinfo is a leading financial data provider, connecting the investment industry across the UK, Europe, and Asia-Pacific through an integrated platform. Our skilled team empowers clients with data-driven insights, making the industry Navigate Complexity with Confidence! We are currently recruiting for a Principal Engineer to join our team in Chennai.

 In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape enterprise‑level Microsoft environments, influence architectural decisions, and work on high‑impact projects that drive innovation across the business. You will collaborate with talented engineers and stakeholders, mentor future technical leaders, and contribute to the evolution of our cloud strategy. This is a chance to grow your expertise, take ownership of complex challenges, and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and forward‑thinking environment.

Your key responsibilities as a Principal Engineer - Modern Workplace will be to:

• Designing and delivering scalable, secure, and reliable Microsoft cloud and modern workplace solutions across Azure AD, Office 365, PowerAutomate, MS Defender, and Teams.
• Providing technical leadership to engineering teams, ensuring alignment with Microsoft best practices, architectures, and frameworks.
• Translating business requirements into detailed technical specifications and documentation in collaboration with analysts, product owners, and stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with organisational standards, governance models, and security policies across all Microsoft solutions.
• Troubleshooting complex technical issues, performing root cause analysis, and driving effective resolutions.
• Mentoring junior engineers and fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation.

To join us as a Principal Engineer - Modern Workplace you will need the following experience and skills:

• You must have at least 10 years of experience designing and supporting Microsoft cloud solutions, including 5 years in a senior or lead role.
• You must have expert knowledge of Microsoft technologies such as PowerAutomate, PowerShell, Azure AD, Azure Policies, and Azure DevOps.
• You should have strong expertise in Microsoft cloud services including Azure Landing Zone, Office 365, MS Defender, Teams, and their integration and management.
• You will be proficient in designing Azure Enterprise applications such as Intune, Defender for Cloud, Graph API, and Endpoints to support automation and business efficiency.
• You should have strong knowledge of cloud computing principles and IaC practices including DevOps, CI/CD, testing, and documentation. 

By joining the team as a Principal Engineer - Modern Workplace, you will be offered the following:

• 24 days holiday
• Paid Study leave
• Enhanced paternity & maternity
• Statutory benefits like PF, Gratuity, etc
• Support to set up home office
• Health cover with option to add family members
• Annual health check up
• Meal cards
• Full LinkedIn Learning access 

Apply today for immediate consideration and we will endeavour to get back to you within 5 working days. Visit our Glassdoor profile or fefundinfo.com to find out more about life @ FE fundinfo!