Software Engineer II/Senior- Kernel, OS Internals & Drivers (C/C++/Rust) Microsoft Security

Overview

We have multiple positions open for Software Engineers and Senior Software Engineers to be hired across different Microsoft Security teams in Israel.

Israel is the biggest Microsoft center of excellence in the security domain and plays a pivotal role in safeguarding our global digital ecosystem. As the largest Microsoft center of excellence in the security domain, our teams in Israel are at the forefront of innovation and defense against emerging cyber threats. With over 60% of our site dedicated to security, we are committed to developing cutting-edge solutions that protect millions of users worldwide. Our contributions have a profound impact on the global security organization, driving advancements and setting new standards in cybersecurity.

Click here to learn more about security groups located in Israel What We Do | Microsoft Israel R&D.

Our teams are dedicated to building cutting-edge Cyber Defense solutions, leveraging state-of-the-art cloud technologies, big data and AI to deliver unparalleled value to our customers.

As part of our team, you'll collaborate with software engineers, program managers, security researchers, and data science experts to develop solutions that protect, detect, and respond to evolving cybersecurity threats. We value diversity and believe that different experiences and perspectives make our team stronger.

If you're passionate about cyber defense and eager to make a significant impact on global security, love working with data, and want to make the world a safer place, come join us!

Responsibilities

We’re looking for engineers who are proactive, curious, and take full ownership of their work. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive real impact, shape the direction of our product, and grow as a technical leader.

You will:

Take end-to-end ownership of features—from design and implementation to deployment and ongoing improvement

Build high-quality, scalable, and resilient systems using modern engineering practices

Work closely with PM, design, and security experts to define and deliver customer-facing experiences

Drive technical direction and make thoughtful tradeoffs that balance speed, quality, and long-term maintainability

Bring a strong sense of initiative—identifying opportunities, raising issues early, and pushing ideas forward

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent.

3+ years of professional software development experience.

Strong expertise in C/C++ and/or Rust.

Hands-on experience with at least one of:

Windows internals (process model, memory manager, IO manager, registry, drivers/WDF/KMDF)

Linux kernel development (modules, syscalls, device/IO subsystems, scheduling, security models)

Experience with low-level debugging

Solid understanding of networking or security protocols, memory safety, and concurrency primitives.

Ability to independently plan, design, and deliver engineering components in an ambiguous environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Proven system-level problem solving in complex, production environments.

Experience designing and implementing end-to-end systems spanning kernel, drivers, and networking stacks.

Experience designing or integrating distributed or remote-access systems where low-level networking, latency, and efficiency matter.

Experience in cybersecurity solutions

#Agenthiring
#MTPIL26

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.