This role pays more than
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of similar roles. Most pay
$168,500–$222,000
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At the midpoint, this role pays about
$209k
versus about
$195k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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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
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Listed pay typically runs
$119,800–$234,700
across 577 roles with salary data.
The Principal Firmware Engineer joins the Silicon and Cloud Hardware Infrastructure Engineering team to develop next-generation firmware for server, silicon, and rack infrastructure. This role focuses on securing Azure infrastructure by architecting and developing SoC validation firmware, framework solutions, and specific IP level firmware libraries. The engineer will define boot flow sequences for initial bring up, including silicon initialization and memory training, while leading root cause analysis for complex issues spanning RTL and firmware. Key responsibilities include enabling debug features and collaborating with architects to improve hardware usability. Required expertise includes SoC architecture, silicon bring-up, and post-silicon validation. The role utilizes tools such as JTAG ARMDS and Lauterbach TRACE32 while involving technologies like PCIe, CXL, GIC, IOMMU, SMMU, and security processors. Candidates should possess deep knowledge of ARM based SoC microarchitecture and Linux or Windows driver development.
What does a Firmware Engineer earn?
Median $208800 from 36 postings across 9 companies.