In Mixed Reality, people - not devices - are at the center of everything we do. Our tech moves beyond screens and pixels, creating a new reality aimed at bringing us closer together - whether that's scientists meeting on the surface of a virtual Mars or some yet undreamt-of possibility. To get there, we're incorporating groundbreaking technologies, from the revolutionary Holographic Processing Unit to computer vision, machine learning, human-computer interaction, and more. We're a growing team of talented engineers, program managers and artists putting technology on a human path across all Microsoft devices, including Microsoft HoloLens, the Internet of Things, phones, tablets, desktops, and Xbox. Our team has people from a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, previous work histories, life experiences, and we are eager to maintain and grow that diversity. Our varied backgrounds and unique experiences enable us to be better at building the best solutions for our customers and make for dynamic and joyful collaborations with colleagues!

As a Senior Software Engineer in the Mixed Reality Core Software team, you will drive the implementation of key features for the reliable and performant systems that are core to our products. You will require a deep understanding of device hardware, operating systems, drivers, and firmware to excel on this team. If you love innovative Mixed Reality technology and value diversity, learning and cooperation, join us!

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.

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze system requirements, document specifications, and develop software solutions to meet device requirements

• Implement performant and stable system software for highly reliable systems

• Perform post-implementation validation of software and resolve any bugs found during testing

• Working with cross-discipline teams to root cause and solve system issues

• Integrating, testing and debugging of 3rd party solutions and engaging with Independent Hardware Vendors (IHVs)

Other

• Embody our Culture (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/about/corporate-values) and Values (https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/culture)

Qualifications

Required 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, Rust or Python

• OR equivalent experience.

• Experience in C, C++ design and coding skills.

• Experience in implementing or integrating device drivers on one or more of the following platforms: (Windows, Linux, or Android).

• Experience in implementing firmware for embedded devices and low-level protocols (I2C, UART, SPI, USB, etc.)

Other Requirements

Security Clearance Requirements: Candidates must be able 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:

• Citizenship verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations or Export Administration Regulations, the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of citizenship, U.S. permanent residency, or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate’s citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable.​​​​​​​

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with cross discipline engineering teams to balance and coordinate product decisions.

• Familiarity with tools to optimize power and performance

• Familiarity with pre-boot environments such as Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI)

• Familiarity with wireless protocols and subsystems (Bluetooth, WiFi, etc.)

• High tolerance to ambiguity and the ability to make progress in the face of it

Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $112,000 - $218,400 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $145,800 - $238,600 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until May 28, 2024.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, 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 and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .