Software Engineer II

Microsoft Surface Devices is on a mission to deliver iconic end-to-end products across hardware, software, and services that people trust and rely on every day. Central to this mission is ensuring the security and integrity of our devices, especially in the development of embedded firmware.

As we strive to build desirable and powerful devices that enable the experiences people want, security is paramount. Developing these new devices and associated experiences requires close collaboration between hardware engineers, software engineers, designers, and manufacturing partners, all with a shared focus on creating industry-defining secure solutions. Our commitment to security and our mission for enabling everyone to do and be their best is reflected in our devices, ensuring that they are not only innovative but also safe and reliable.

We are seeking a Software Engineer II to work on Windows Drivers (kernel and user-mode) and Windows Services for Surface Devices. This position will be responsible for partnering closely with electrical engineers, system engineers, firmware engineers and architects forfeature definition and implementation, delivering product designs that are optimized for high volume consumer products. This position will be responsible for executing on a roadmap partnering closely with system architects, IHVs, and Windows OS teams. Come join us as we scale up our organization to meet the challenges of creating new and innovative experiences and delivering devices that people love and trust.

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.

Responsibilities:

• Windows Device Drivers & Service Software: Crafting the core elements that drive our Surface Devices.
• Libraries & Telemetry Services: Building the tools that provide insights and enhance performance.
• Comprehensive Testing: Design and implement tools and improvements to streamline development and production debugging.
• Collaborate & Innovate: You'll have the unique opportunity to work alongside brilliant developers across Microsoft, as well as with leading software and hardware partners. Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
  • OR equivalent experience.
• 1+ year(s) experience in design, implementation, debugging and testing of Windows operating system drivers and/or, Windows system software.
• 1+ years' experience working with hardware devices and/or debugging.
• 1+ years' experience with kernel debugging and memory dump analysis.

Additional or Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
  • OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
  • OR equivalent experience
• 1+ years of experience in design, implementation, debugging and testing of Windows operating system drivers & system software.
• Experience in reviewing Hardware schematics.
• Working knowledge of OS primitives: memory management, scheduling, interrupts, threading and ACPI is an added advantage.
• A deep understandingof software lifecycle in a device development environment and the interplay between software and hardware development and schedules.
• Able to effectively collaborate with internal and external partners.
• Demonstrated experience in driving requirements and translating them into solutions.

Software Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $100,600 - $199,000 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $131,400 - $215,400 per year.

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Microsoft will accept applications for the role until June 14, 2025.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form .

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