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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Hardware Engineer, DC/DC Power - **Company:** Microsoft - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $142,800.0 - $274,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Altium Designer, Microsoft Online Services, CAN Bus, Computer Engineering, Data Centers, Software Debugging, LTspice, Modbus, Software Reliability Testing, Systems Integration, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, AI Platforms, Pcb Layout - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/6344ab37-f756-47b9-99bd-953e21778bc2 ## About the Role * Doctorate in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience + OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience + OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience + 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., * MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field. * 10+ years (MS) or 5 years (PhD) of experience in DC-DC power system design and validation. * 10+ years (MS) or 5 years (PhD) of experience in multiphase regulation, point-of-load conversion, and system-level integration. * Proven design knowledge and experience in power converter control theory, PWM converter such as Buck, boost, buck/boost, and resonant converter such as LLC. * Experience with design/simulation tools (e.g., LTspice,Simplis/Simetrix, Cadance or Altium). * Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence technical direction. * 10+ years (MS) or 5 years (PhD) of experience in multiphase regulation, point-of-load conversion, and system-level integration. Proven design knowledge and experience in power converter control theory, PWM converter such as Buck, boost, buck/boost, and resonant converter such as LLC. * Experience with design/simulation tools (e.g., LTspice,Simplis/Simetrix, Cadance or Altium). * Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence technical direction. * Experience with high power DCDC module design * Experience with vertical power module design is plus * SI/PI experience with simulation tools PowerDC, PowerSI, SIwave or ADS is plus * Experience in hyperscale data center infrastructure and ODM/JDM development. * Familiarity with PCB layout for low-loss and low-noise power conversion. * 5+ years of experience with product bring-up and troubleshooting skills with power supply testing methodologies * 5+ years of experience developing design specifications, design guidelines, and test plans * Familiar with digital bus design, such as I2C/PMBus, Modbus, and CANbus * Familiar with power supply qualification standard and process, such as components derating, MTBF and EMC * Detail oriented communication skills * Experience with Data center power delivery is a plus * Familiar with DC/DC power system design and evaluation is a plus * Experience with power system integration in ODM or CSP environments is a plus Electrical Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $142,800 - $274,800 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 $188,000 - $304,200 per year. ## Description * Architect and validate DC-DC power delivery systems for compute, storage, and AI platforms. * Lead design and simulation of multiphase regulators, point-of-load converters, and high-power ASIC module integration. * Develop power solution concepts with critical insights into trade-offs, risks, and benefits * Oversight, guidance, and review power development activity within engineering to ensure alignment to requirements and assist in key risk management mitigations * Support engineering technical leads, power engineers, and SI engineers on constraints, components selection, power tree design, test plans, bring-up and debug as needed. * Participate in industry organizations and supplier engagements driving leading edge power solutions * Drive root cause analysis and resolution of complex power-related issues in production and development environments. * Collaborate with ODMs and suppliers to qualify power components and systems. * Conduct EMI, thermal, and reliability testing across global deployments. * Influence product architecture and roadmap through deep domain expertise in DC-DC power systems. * Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and cross-functional partners. ## Related Videos - [Optimizing Land-Based Fish Feeding with Node-RED](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2032-optimizing-land-based-fish-feeding-with-node-red) - [A Hitchhikers Guide to Container Security - Automotive Edition 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1119-a-hitchhikers-guide-to-container-security-automotive-edition-2024) - [Engineering/Manager Pendulum: Generating compound interest on your career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100348-engineering-manager-pendulum-generating-compound-interest-on-your-career) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) ## Related Articles - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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