Microsoft · 18 hours ago
Software Engineer II - Hardware Security team
United States, Washington, Redmond
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$101K/yr - $199K/yr
2+ years expMicrosoft is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their Hardware Security team within the Windows and Devices group. The role involves designing secure, reliable systems and building technologies that leverage advancements in hardware security to protect users' data and devices.
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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
Qualification
Required
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
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
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 equivalent experience
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
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
Benefits
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
Company
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