Senior System Architect

Overview

Join Us to Shape the Future of Endpoint Security! We are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior System Architect to join our Security team. This is a unique opportunity to lead the design of end-to-end security solutions that span across silicon, firmware, and OS layers. In this role, you’ll collaborate with diverse teams across the company, driving system-level thinking and delivering secure, scalable solutions. We’re looking for someone who combines deep security expertise with strong system engineering instincts and the ability to influence and align across disciplines. If you're excited about redefining endpoint security in an AI-driven world, where new opportunities come with new threats, this is your chance to make a real impact. 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. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. Difference makes us better.

Responsibilities

Define and lead the architecture of security features across silicon, firmware, and OS layers

Translate product and customer requirements into clear system-level security specifications

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver secure, scalable solutions

Develop system threat models and conduct security reviews to identify and mitigate risks

Drive alignment across engineering teams through clear documentation and technical leadership

Stay current with evolving security technologies, threats, and best practices

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND technical engineering experience. - Proven background in hardware and/or firmware security. - Ability to lead architecture discussions, write clear design documents, and drive alignment across teams. - Solid collaboration and communication skills, with a team-oriented mindset.
  
  

Other Requirements: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 Qualifications: - Years of experience in system, hardware, or firmware engineering. - Experience designing secure system-level solutions across silicon, firmware, and OS layers. - Familiarity with technologies and flows such as HSMs, TPMs, secure boot, attestation, and virtualization. - Understanding of cryptographic protocols, key management, and secure communications. - Hands-on involvement in SoC development from concept to bring-up. - Knowledge of OS and supply chain security. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

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This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.