Microsoft · 5 hours ago
Software Design Engineer (contract)
Redmond, WA
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
$59.50/hr - $67.50/hr
5+ years expMicrosoft is a leading technology company seeking a Software Design Engineer to work on Windows audio system certification. The role involves diagnosing technical issues, improving certification processes, and collaborating with industry partners to enhance audio experiences for users worldwide.
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Responsibilities
Diagnose and troubleshoot audio certification test failures reported by external partners and escalation engineers
Create test errata documentation to address and overturn partner certification failures
Develop and implement test content fixes and improvements to enhance certification processes
Execute comprehensive certification test passes to ensure quality and compliance
Verify that audio drivers successfully meet certification requirements
Fine-tune and improve sophisticated software implementation projects related to audio testing
Gather and analyze system requirements and document technical specifications
Modify existing programs to meet new standards and conduct thorough unit testing
Prepare detailed software specifications and comprehensive test plans
Provide quality assurance reviews and perform post-implementation validation
Resolve bugs and issues identified during testing phases
Enhance internal debugging tools to improve diagnostic capabilities
Qualification
Required
5-7 years of professional software engineering experience
Large systems software design and development experience
Experience performing in-depth troubleshooting with both new and legacy production systems
Background working with device drivers preferred
Experience with audio or media technologies highly desirable
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
Advanced C++ programming with minimum 3 years of experience
Windows device driver development with minimum 3 years of experience
Advanced debugging on Windows with minimum 4 years of experience
Strong foundation in computer science principles including data structures and algorithms
In-depth troubleshooting and unit testing capabilities
Problem diagnosis and resolution expertise
Software design and development for large systems
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Hospital plans
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Company paid short and long-term disability
Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave
Company
Microsoft
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