Senior Software Engineer (Audio)

• Design and implement components within the Windows Audio system.
• Implement features with high quality using automated functional, performance and stress testing.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to build features that enable the latest audio hardware technologies.
• Work closely with external partners, end-users, and support teams to debug and drive issues to closure.
• Embody ourcultureandvalues.

• 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.

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., * Passion for Audio.
• Deep design, coding, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Solid verbal and written communication.
• Understanding of Audio concepts (audio software, middleware, drivers, or firmware).
• Experience with Windows device driver development including WDF.
• Familiarity with Windows Media concepts (media pipelines, codecs, and APIs).
• Familiarity with Windows Audio system.

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This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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