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Location
WA
Salary
$142,800–$274,800 / yr
Posted
67 days ago
Closes
Sep 26, 2026
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This role $209k
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This role pays less than 51% of similar roles. Most pay $181,725–$226,728 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $209k versus about $204k for comparable roles.

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Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing

Microsoft currently has 310 open roles on FindRole.

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As a Principal Software Engineer at Microsoft Surface Devices, you will lead a diverse team to develop high-quality embedded firmware for cutting-edge Windows-based devices. Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing, implementing, and testing systems-level firmware, collaborating with hardware engineers, system architects, and the Windows OS teams to ensure end-to-end optimization. You will drive performance enhancements and stability improvements while aligning with company roadmaps and working closely with industry partners such as IHVs and Microcontroller suppliers. The role requires expertise in Rust programming, embedded development, cryptographic algorithms, and a deep understanding of software lifecycle management in a device-centric environment. This position is integral to delivering innovative, secure, and reliable devices that customers trust daily.

Skills

Rust C C++ Python Git Jenkins Azure CI/CD MVP UWP Windows MCU TLS SSH AES DES RSA ECDSA HMAC SHA256 CRC32

What you'll do

  • Design, implement, test, and support systems-level firmware on modern Windows-based devices.
  • Lead a diverse engineering team through the Software Development Life Cycle to ship hardware products.
  • Drive performance and stability enhancements for device experiences aligned with company roadmaps.
  • Collaborate with system architects, IHVs, and OS teams to deliver an optimized firmware platform.
  • Work closely with industry partners on topics related to system design and firmware implementation.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in software or hardware product development.
  • Proficiency with Rust programming language and embedded Rust development.
  • Expertise in cryptographic algorithms and security protocols.
  • Deep understanding of the software lifecycle in device development.
  • Experience leading a team through the Software Development Life cycle.
  • Background in debugging hardware devices and implementing systems-level firmware.

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