Software Engineer II

Do you want to be part of a startup culture while working for Microsoft? Do you like being close to the customer, ensuring Microsoft devices delight users? Want to work as part of a dynamic team? The Surface Post Launch Engineering team is looking for someone that can help shape the future of devices by being the face of our in-market products. 

We're seeking a talented Software Development Engineer II to analyse, debug, design and implement effective and scalable solutions that improve product quality and reliability. 

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.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 5 years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
  • OR equivalent experience.
• Experience: 
  
  • At least 5 years contributing to device drivers for consumer PCs or electronics. 
  • Knowledge of hardware buses such as USB, PCIe, I2C, SPI, or others which may appear in consumer electronics devices. 
  • Some experience diagnosing power and performance issues on a Windows device. 
• Development Skills : Proficiency in C/C++ and other higher-level languages.  
• Problem Solving :  
  • Problem Solving: Strong debugging skills for modern multiprocessor systems, including using hardware-level code debuggers and diagnostic tools. 
• Enthusiam: Motivated and self driven attitude.
• Technical Acumen: Capability to understand and integrate technical concepts across various disciplines.
• Communication: Effective verbal and written communication, from block diagrams to low-level C/asm code explanations.
• Adaptability: Ability to plan work and adjust as needed in a dynamic environment.   
• Travel : Some travel may be required.

Other Requirements

Candidates must be able to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements that 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

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
  • OR related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript,OR Python
  • OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 5 years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
  • OR equivalent experience

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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. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.

• Debugging software issues, developing fixes and adding new  features to existing Surface products. 

• Development activities include integration and configuration management as well as designing and implementing effective solutions to improve product quality and customer satisfaction. 

• An understanding of real-time, embedded firmware and strong troubleshooting and debugging skills are critical to help isolate and fix problems quickly. 

• You should be able work well in a collaborative environment with peers across the company.