The Microsoft Windows & Devices (W+D) team is on a journey to deliver iconic end-to-end products across hardware, software, and services that people love and use every day. A fundamental part of the W+D strategy is having desirable and powerful devices that enable the experiences people want. The Windows Silicon & System Integration (WSSI) team within W+D is hiring a **Software Engineer** who will validate, benchmark breakthrough technological aspects across the Windows ecosystem for cutting-edge silicon.   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** + Design, implement, and maintain software components that enable AI innovation on Windows devices + Partner with cross-functional teams spanning silicon, software, and AI to deliver performant and reliable features + Contribute to building high-quality fundamentals (performance, power, reliability) that elevate the Copilot+ PC experience + Participate in planning, technical design reviews, and code reviews with an emphasis on engineering excellence + Investigate complex system-level issues and drive root-cause analysis and resolution + Deliver customer-centric solutions aligned with product goals and quality standards + Stay current with industry trends in AI and system software to drive innovation and continuous improvement + Demonstrate a growth mindset and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive team culture **Qualifications** **Required Qualifications:** + Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or related technical discipline with proven experience coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python + OR equivalent experience. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Solid problem solving and debugging skills for modern-day multiprocessor systems (able to write/debug code, use debuggers and diagnostics tools). + Ability to quickly ramp-up on complex and unfamiliar code.    + Leverage performance profiling and log analysis to understand system behavior. + Approach every customer engagement with a profound commitment to their success. + Strong communication skills, including ability to clearly express technical concepts in verbal and written forms . + Ability to plan work, and work to a plan adapting as necessary in a rapidly evolving environment. + Collaborate with internal and external teams to find solutions that are leverageable across multiple architectures and generations . + Deliver clear written communication of technical designs and solutions. \#W+DJOBS 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) .