Senior Software Engineer - WSSI – Windows Silicon and System Integration

Do you want to be part of a team that develops cutting-edge solutions for Microsoft’s devices and silicon? Do you have a passion for embedded software engineering domain? If so, you might be the perfect candidate for this role!  

We are looking for a talented, growth-minded Senior Software engineer to join our proud team that leads the development of innovative solutions for the next generation portfolio products. 

Senior Software engineer will lead core features, from understanding the system requirements and defining the features behavior, through designing the software architecture to implementing and releasing high quality code. You will work closely with hardware and software engineers and experts to enable you to characterize the solutions and determine the development strategy.  

Join us in pushing the boundaries of engineering and making an impact on a global scale. Your expertise will play a vital role in Microsoft's future. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and be part of something remarkable, apply now! Together, we will achieve more. 

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

• Develop core features design and implementation according to system architecture specifications and engineering requirements. 
• Design, implement, test and debug high quality code. 
• Collaborate with hardware and software engineers, system engineers and experts to optimize the solutions performance, reliability and security. 
• Follow software engineering best practices and processes, such as code reviews, documentation, testing and version control. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues and defects. 
• Contribute to the team's continuous learning and growth. 
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including,C/C++ or Rust.
• OR equivalent experience.
• At least 5+ years of hands-on experience in developing embedded software or working in a similar domain. 
• Familiar with the tools and techniques for embedded software development.
• Strong development skills in C/C++ or Rust. 
• Understanding the concepts of operating systems.  
• Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to clearly express technical concepts in verbal and written forms.  
• Fast learner who can adapt to new technologies and challenges. 
• High degree of creativity and innovation, with the ability to solve complex problems and deliver robust solutions. 
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science OR related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, C/C++ or Rust.
• OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, C/C++ or Rust.
• OR equivalent experience.
• Background in security.
  

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