Microsoft · 6 hours ago
Senior Software Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $235K/yr
4+ years expMicrosoft is a leading technology company focused on empowering individuals and organizations worldwide. The Xbox Graphics Team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and develop advanced Windows driver features, collaborate with game developers, and maintain high-performance drivers.
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Responsibilities
Design and develop advanced Windows driver features for targeted devices, focusing on innovation, realibility, and high performance
Collaborate with game developers and hardware manufactures to ideate, design, and validate end-to-end solutions that enhance user experience
Write clean, efficient, and secure code that meets industry standards and project requirements
Maintain and enhance drivers over the long term, with feature improvements, performance optimizations, and timely bug fixes
Contribute as an integral team member, aligning efforts with broader project objectives and shared goals
Embody our culture and values
Qualification
Required
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 equivalent experience
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role
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
Proficiency in C and C++ programming with a focus on optimizing for defined performance metrics
Knowledge of 3D rendering APIs such as DirectX and Vulkan
Understanding of GPU and NPU architectures and operational principles
Experience working with Windows or Linux operating systems
Experience with the game development lifecycle, including design, implementation, and testing phases
Knowledge of hardware design processes, bring-up, and product release workflows
Benefits
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
Company
Microsoft
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