The Windows Servicing & Delivery team is responsible for building and publishing all security and quality updates for all versions of the Windows Operating System across all platforms (PC, Server, IoT, Xbox, Azure etc.) for all types of customers globally. Our team builds solutions and services (Autopatch, Windows Update for Business) to help commercial customers deploy these updates and manage their estates. On a monthly basis, WSD team keeps more than 1.6 billion endpoints protected and productive.
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our team!
We are a unique team with broad impact and ample growth opportunities. We are looking for an experiencedd engineer willing to work in a team environment and interested in learning broad feature areas, investigating, and solving complex problems for our customers. While the work is technically rewarding, our team also provides the unique opportunity to showcase cross-group collaboration, and leadership skills needed to grow your career.
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
- You will be part of a software engineering team and will be working on Windows Core File System components such as NTFS, REFS, Cache Manager, Cloud Files, Windows Container Filter, etc.
- You will be owning more than one feature area allowing you to gain a breadth of knowledge and at the same time allows you to gain expertise in identified features.
- Solve complex Windows customer-reported problems, you will have an opportunity to build strong Windows Internals fundamentals, learn how to write secure code, and pick up strong debugging skills in a team environment.
- Design, implement, test, and release features, security fixes and reliability fixes for Windows Core File System components , with guidance from senior engineers.
- Write high-quality, well-tested code and participate in code reviews to uphold engineering standards.
- Uses debugging tools, tests, logs, telemetry, and other methods to proactively verify assumptions while developing code before issues occur for products in production.
- Conducts incident retrospectives to identify root causes of problems, implements repair actions, and identifies mechanisms to prevent incident recurrence.
- Continuously learn the domain of Windows Internal, Windows Kernel Mode Drivers and File Systems, and apply it to improve the product.
- Leverage AI-powered development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to accelerate coding, testing, and end-to-end (E2E) development, applying AI responsibly to improve engineering productivity and quality.
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, JavaScript, or Python
OR equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Self-motivated engineer who can learn about an evolving set of technologies
Effective problem-solving skills
Experienced in design, development, and testing skills
Experience in debugging using Windows Debugger (WinDbg)
Experience working on Windows Kernel Mode drivers
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Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 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 $160,200 - $261,000 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
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, read more about requesting accommodations.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field
- 4+ years of technical engineering experience
- Coding experience in languages including C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
- Equivalent experience may substitute for the degree and experience requirements
- Ability to learn evolving technologies
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Design, development, and testing experience
- Experience debugging with Windows Debugger WinDbg
- Experience working on Windows kernel-mode drivers
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as a standout, highlighted by a strong 401(k) match structure and immediate vesting, plus additional plan features for tax-advantaged saving.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-oriented benefits are portrayed as a meaningful strength, with substantial paid parental leave and added supports like back-up care and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
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