Software Engineer II - Hardware Security team

Overview

Are you passionate about operating systems, hardware, and computer security? Do you like to work on low level technologies that run on "bare metal" and work with a collaborative team to design secure, reliable systems that protect users and make their experience better? If you do, then we might have a very exciting opportunity for you!

We are the Hardware Security team in the Windows and Devices group, and we are looking for a Software Engineer II to help us transform and evolve hardware security in all Microsoft products and services. Our code powers billions of devices worldwide and is a constant target of ever more sophisticated cyber criminals. We own some of the most important foundational technologies in Azure, Windows, and Xbox that leverage hardware to help protect our customers' data and devices. Our goal is to ensure our devices are among the most secure in the industry, hardware-backed guarantees and enforcements that are malware resistant. Our team owns many foundational technologies and platforms such as TPM (Trusted Platform Module), Pluton security processor, and the Xbox hardware security architecture that our customers rely on for securing their devices.

In this Software Engineer II role, you will be joining a team of technical engineers in hardware/firmware/software security. You will be responsible for building technologies and platforms that leverage the latest advancements in security and incorporate mitigations based on advanced attacks. You will influence our product technology roadmap aligning to our business goals. You will be part of a team that values team players and those who love to learn while having abundant opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

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

• Work with product stakeholders to design, develop, and test low-level firmware and systems code (e.g. Pluton firmware, Windows drivers, bootloaders) and other components to support the Pluton Security Processor on new and existing platforms.
• Build software prototypes and conduct experiments to evaluate product designs and alternative architectures.
• Contribute to the project engineering plan and execute to deliver, with focus on accountability, learning, and quality.
• Practice and advocate for good engineering practices and ensure the product is compliant with security, privacy, accessibility, and other compliance requirements.
• Assist with evaluating and assessing emerging technologies in the hardware security and related areas, and partner with product management and other Microsoft teams to define requirements, develop a roadmap, and scope project milestones.

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, Rust,C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience.

Other Requirements: Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

• Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 5+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, Rust,C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
  • OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, Rust, C, C++,C# Java, JavaScript, or Python
  • OR equivalent experience.
• Experience designing, writing, optimizing, and debugging systems software using Rust. This may include, but is not limited to, embedded development, OS, compiler, graphics, or other equivalent systems level experience.
  • OR experience designing, writing, optimizing, and debugging software for bare metal or embedded systems. This may include, but is not limited to, OS/driver development, IoT, microcontrollers, RTOS-based systems, or other equivalent embedded experience.
• Experience writing drivers or applications for the UEFI environment and familiarity with the UEFI and ACPI specifications and practical usage.
• Familiarity with Windows system-level programming, kernel/driver development, and debugging using WinDbg and KD.
• Experience with security software development concepts and methodologies, including memory safety, threat modeling, and mitigation techniques.

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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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This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.