Microsoft · 23 hours ago
Sr. Software Engineer
United States, Washington, Redmond
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $235K/yr
5+ years expMicrosoft is a leading technology company, and they are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Azure Hardware System Infrastructure team. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining system-level software components while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions.
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Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain system-level software components, including device drivers and multithreaded services for Windows and/or Linux platforms
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, firmware, and platform teams to define and deliver integrated solutions
Drive code quality through rigorous testing, code reviews, and continuous integration practices
Investigate and resolve complex system-level issues, including performance bottlenecks, concurrency bugs, and hardware-software integration challenges
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in system software development with a proven track record of delivering complex system-level software
Expert-level proficiency in C and/or C++ with deep knowledge of OS internals, concurrency, and performance tuning
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and mentoring engineers
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across hardware and software boundaries
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
Experience working with SoC platforms, PCIe, or other hardware interfaces
Exposure to secure coding practices and system-level security concepts
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks
Contributions to open-source or internal platform libraries and tools
Strong communication and leadership skills
Experience influencing architecture and long-term technical strategy
Track record of driving engineering excellence and innovation
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Mental health support
Wellness programs
Competitive salary
Performance bonuses
Stock awards
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off
Holidays
Parental leave
Access to learning platforms
Mentorship programs
Internal mobility opportunities
Hybrid work options
Flexible hours
Ergonomic support for remote setups
Employee Resource Groups
Volunteering opportunities
Discounts on Microsoft products and services
Company
Microsoft
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Funding
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