Software Engineer

The Microsoft Windows & Devices (W+D) team is on a journey to deliver iconic end-to-end products across hardware, software, and services that people love and use every day. A fundamental part of the W+D strategy is having desirable and powerful devices that enable the experiences people want. The Windows Silicon & System Integration (WSSI) team within W+D is hiring a Software Engineer who will validate, benchmark breakthrough technological aspects across the Windows ecosystem for cutting-edge silicon.  

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

• Design, implement, and maintain software components that enable AI innovation on Windows devices
• Partner with cross-functional teams spanning silicon, software, and AI to deliver performant and reliable features
• Contribute to building high-quality fundamentals (performance, power, reliability) that elevate the Copilot+ PC experience
• Participate in planning, technical design reviews, and code reviews with an emphasis on engineering excellence
• Investigate complex system-level issues and drive root-cause analysis and resolution
• Deliver customer-centric solutions aligned with product goals and quality standards
• Stay current with industry trends in AI and system software to drive innovation and continuous improvement
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive team culture
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or related technical discipline with proven experience coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
• OR equivalent experience.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Solid problem solving and debugging skills for modern-day multiprocessor systems (able to write/debug code, use debuggers and diagnostics tools).
• Ability to quickly ramp-up on complex and unfamiliar code.   
• Leverage performance profiling and log analysis to understand system behavior.
• Approach every customer engagement with a profound commitment to their success.
• Strong communication skills, including ability to clearly express technical concepts in verbal and written forms .
• Ability to plan work, and work to a plan adapting as necessary in a rapidly evolving environment.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to find solutions that are leverageable across multiple architectures and generations .
• Deliver clear written communication of technical designs and solutions.
  
  

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