Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 are fundamentally changing the nature of personal computing, pushing technology in the cloud to make remote experiences better, more secure, and easier to manage than local. Our vision is to provide the world  with the best expression of Windows from any client, any operating system (OS) and any form factor, using the newly announced Windows App (What is Windows App? (https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-app/overview) ) as well as immersive cloud experiences like Windows 365 Boot (What is Windows 365 Boot? (https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-365/enterprise/windows-365-boot-overview) ) and Switch (What is Windows 365 Switch? (https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-365/enterprise/windows-365-switch-overview) ) which focus on users’ productivity in the cloud. 

 As a Senior Software Engineer on this team, you will have the opportunity to work on and contribute to our extensive device redirection and input solutions which are fundamental to ensuring that local peripherals are able to interact with and be controlled seamlessly from a remote session. In addition, you will be part of a diverse, fast-growing and agile team working with motivated and passionate engineers and product managers.

 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

• Own, design and develop device redirection and input remoting solutions which ensure that local peripherals can interact with and be controlled seamlessly from a remote session.

• Lead the design and implement new Cloud PC features with a special focus on seamless integration with OS platform capabilities.

• Work across organizations, collaborating with internal partner teams such as Microsoft 365, Windows, Microsoft Teams, and others.

• Provide leadership and direction for the architecture of secure, distributed, scalable, and resilient services using modern technologies.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to Windows OS integration and client-side functionalities.

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.

• 2+ years experience coding in C++.

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

• Expertise in Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solutions.

• Expertise in embedded systems, device driver development and debugging on Windows.

• Expertise with remote desktop protocols (e.g. RDP, ICA, VNC).

Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $117,200 - $229,200 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 $153,600 - $250,200 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 October 27, 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) .