Senior Software Engineer

1 Month ago • 4-8 Years • Full Stack Development

Job Summary

Job Description

The Senior Software Engineer will contribute to the development of a cutting-edge spatial and immersive cloud computing platform for Mixed Reality (MR) apps and experiences. The role involves designing, implementing, and improving tools and techniques for cloud rendering, focusing on visual quality and responsiveness. This position requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team (design, hardware, program management, and software development) to deliver high-quality solutions. Responsibilities include all aspects of software development (design, implementation, testing, maintenance, and documentation), owning projects from ideation to delivery, and tackling complex technical challenges. The ideal candidate will have a strong C++ background and expertise in areas such as low-latency streaming, real-time graphics, and network resiliency. The work will leverage Azure cloud computing to provide stunning experiences on low-powered devices.
Must have:
  • Excellent C++ skills
  • Teamwork experience
  • High-quality solution delivery
  • Solid math and linear algebra knowledge
  • Cloud streaming technology development
  • Visual quality and responsiveness improvements
Good to have:
  • Experience with mobile/low-power platforms
  • Windows and Android app development
  • OS networking stacks
  • Low-latency wireless data transmission
  • Video codec expertise
  • Machine learning application in networking/video/audio
Perks:
  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Product and service discounts
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Networking opportunities

Job Details

Overview

Windows Cloud Experiences is developing a best-in-class spatial and immersive cloud computing platform to enable MR apps and experiences. 

 

We have an immediate opening for a Senior Software Engineer on the Windows Cloud Streaming and Graphics Team.  

 

We strongly believe that shifting workloads to the cloud is the future of Mixed Reality, but also traditional desktop computing.

In the Cloud Streaming and Graphics team, we are leveraging the power of Azure to enable stunning experiences on even the smallest, lowest powered devices. We build key technologies for low-latency streaming, innovating in areas such as real-time graphics, network resiliency, and video codecs, and bring powerful cloud compute anywhere through products such as , , and the Windows app.

 

We are looking for a C++ software engineer with a solid background and passion in some or all of these areas to complement our team and join us on this exciting journey!

 

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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
    • OR equivalent experience.
  • Excellent C++ development and debugging skills. 
  • A proven ability to work in a team environment on a shared code base. 
  • A proven track record of delivering high quality solutions for technical challenges. 
  • Solid knowledge of mathematics and linear algebra. 

Other Requirements:
Ability 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:

  • 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 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 technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
    • OR equivalent experience.
  • Experience developing, debugging, profiling, and optimizing code on different hardware platforms and different operating systems, in particular mobile, low-power compute platforms such as standalone AR or VR headsets. 
  • Experience developing applications for devices running Windows and Android operating systems. 
  • OS networking stacks (on any OS). 
  • Low-latency data transmission over wireless networks. 
  • Video codecs and low-latency, high-throughput video encoding/decoding. 
  • Machine Learning and its application in networking and/or video/audio. 

Responsibilities

  • Developing the next generation of cloud streaming technology for Mixed Reality experiences.  
  • Designing, implementing, and evolving new tools and techniques to analyze and improve the visual quality and responsiveness of cloud rendering. 
  • Working in close partnership with a team of diverse and talented peers in various disciplines including design, hardware, Program Management, and Software Development for sustained long term success, and partnering with your peers and technical leadership to deliver solid technical designs and architectures. 
  • Working on all aspects of Software Development including design, implementation, testing, maintenance, documentation and delivery.  
  • End-to-end ownership of your engineering activities and deliverables, from ideation to delivery. 
  • Be a self-starter, capable of solving ambiguous and challenging technical problems with wide scope. 
  • Be expected to lead by example and maintain the standard and craftsmanship embodied in our products. 
Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.
Industry leading healthcare
Educational resources
Discounts on products and services
Savings and investments
Maternity and paternity leave
Generous time away
Giving programs
Opportunities to network and connect

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