Title: Principal Software Engineering Manager
Company: Microsoft
Location: Snohomish, Washington, United States
Praval Panwar, Principal Software Engineering Manager at Microsoft, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Engineers for dedication, achievements and leadership in Technology.
Mr. Panwar is recognized for his expertise in the technology sector, marked by progressive leadership roles and significant technical achievements. Since 2025, he has served as a principal software engineering manager for observability on the metrics platform within Azure Data at Microsoft in Redmond, Washington. In this capacity, Mr. Panwar has demonstrated exceptional expertise in designing hyperscale systems and software solutions, leading teams responsible for developing robust data infrastructure for global clients.
Affiliated with Microsoft for over five years, Mr. Panwar was a principal software engineer at Microsoft from 2023 to 2025. He also excelled as a senior software engineer at Microsoft between 2021 and 2023, where he was involved in software system design and large-scale data processing. Mr. Panwar began his tenure with the organization in 2018 as a software engineer II.
Since joining Microsoft, Mr. Panwar has been recognized for spearheading a transformative project to implement a data pipeline for Microsoft Azure customers. This innovative pipeline processes petabytes of data within minutes and operates on a global scale, enabling clients to achieve substantial cost savings. Notably, Mr. Panwar’s leadership helped save one customer over $60 million and generate internal savings of $100 million for Microsoft. These accomplishments stand as a testament to his technical acumen and commitment to delivering impactful solutions.
In addition to his corporate roles, Mr. Panwar is the owner of Smart Board & Beyond, reflecting his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to innovation within the technology sector. Through his business, he is dedicated to transforming workspaces to better suit today’s environment. The company’s mission is to provide innovative and ergonomic office solutions that inspire creativity, enhance comfort and maximize productivity for its clients.
Before joining Microsoft, Mr. Panwar was an associate senior software engineer at Oracle Cerner, specializing in full-stack development from 2015 to 2018. His work focused on health care technology solutions, broadening his expertise in complex system architecture.
In 2015, Mr. Panwar worked as a software engineer at Viptela, a Cisco Systems, Inc., subsidiary, where he contributed to network infrastructure projects. His earlier experience included his role as an analyst at the USC Shoah Foundation from 2014 to 2015, where he applied his analytical skills to support digital archiving initiatives, as an application developer at Tech Mahindra between 2011 and 2013, and as a software engineer at Nucleus Software Exports Ltd. in 2013.
Mr. Panwar’s academic background has played a pivotal role in shaping his career trajectory. He earned a Bachelor of Technology in electronics and communication from Rajasthan University in Jaipur, India, and a Master of Science in computer science from the University of Southern California in 2015. His commitment to continuous learning is further evidenced by several professional credentials, including a certification in leadership development with an emphasis on organizational leadership from USC Price at the University of Southern California, and an AMCAT certification as a software development and data processing specialist from Aspiring Minds. He also attended the Microsoft Global Hackathon. These designations have enhanced Mr. Panwar’s ability to lead teams and deliver innovative solutions across diverse technical domains.
In addition to his education, Mr. Panwar is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, underscoring his engagement with the broader engineering community and dedication to professional development.
Throughout his career, Mr. Panwar has been recognized for his technical excellence and leadership. He has received several internal awards from Microsoft acknowledging his outstanding contributions. He was also awarded a Silver Medal by Rajasthan University in 2009. Perseverance and refusal to accept setbacks have been central to his success. Looking ahead, Mr. Panwar aims to deepen his expertise in generative artificial intelligence to better understand its potential for positive societal impact while continuing to build and give back to his community.
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