Software Engineer II - Hardware Security

Join the Microsoft Azure Edge + Platform Team

Microsoft Azure Edge + Platform (E+P) is a globally distributed team responsible for delivering Microsoft’s edge vision. We create reliable and trustworthy operating systems and platform services to empower Microsoft and our customers. Our team is at the forefront of hardware security, ensuring that our devices are among the most secure in the industry.

About the Role

We are seeking a Software Engineer II to join our Hardware Security team within the Azure Enterprise and Security group. This role involves transforming and evolving hardware security across all Microsoft products and services. Our code powers billions of devices worldwide, and we are constantly innovating to stay ahead of sophisticated cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test low-level systems code, such as Pluton firmware or Windows Device Drivers, to support the Pluton Secure Processor.
• Build software prototypes and conduct experiments to evaluate alternative architectures.
• Contribute to the project engineering plan and execute with a focus on accountability, learning, and quality.
• Ensure compliance with security, privacy, accessibility, and other requirements.
• Evaluate emerging technologies in hardware security and collaborate with product management to define requirements and develop a roadmap.
• Promote diversity and inclusiveness to foster creative solutions to challenging problems.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years of technical engineering experience with coding in languages such as C, C++, C#, or Rust.
• Experience in designing, developing, and shipping large-scale software products and services.
• Experience writing high-performance systems code that runs natively on hardware.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years of technical engineering experience OR Master’s Degree AND 2+ years of experience.
• Experience designing and developing device drivers for Windows.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative spirit and growth mindset.

Why Microsoft?

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more. We foster a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Additional Information

• Location: Remote
• Salary Range: €98,300 - €208,800 per year
• Workplace Type: Remote
• Experience Level: Mid
• Job Type: Full-time

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.