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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Hardware Security Engineer - **Company:** Microsoft - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $119,800.0 - $234,700.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Online Services, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Firmware, Hardware Security Module, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Software Tools, Software Engineering, System Software, Systems Integration, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Information Technology, Build Process, U-Boot, Golang - **Published:** August 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/26183032-e30f-4f0a-9c8b-a37b0010ce7e ## About the Role * 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., * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. * 6+ years of experience in hardware, firmware, platform software, or cloud infrastructure engineering. * Strong programming and scripting skills in Python, C/C++, Go, PowerShell, or similar languages. * Experience developing engineering tools, automation frameworks, diagnostics, telemetry, or test infrastructure. * Understanding of platform security technologies such as secure boot, attestation, hardware root of trust, and trusted computing architectures. * Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across hardware, firmware, and software boundaries. * Experience delivering features from specification through implementation, integration, validation, and deployment. Hardware Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 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 $160,200 - $261,000 per year. ## Description Our team is looking for a Senior Hardware Security Engineer to support the design, implementation, integration, and deployment of secure cloud infrastructure platforms. This role works across hardware, firmware, and security teams to develop platform capabilities, build engineering tools, and deliver reliable, scalable infrastructure solutions., * Define technical requirements, specifications, and interface definitions for platform features and infrastructure capabilities. * Drive feature development from gathering requirements and microarchitecture design through implementation, system integration, validation, and deployment. * Develop software, scripting, and automation solutions to improve platform bring-up, testing, diagnostics, and operational efficiency. * Build and maintain engineering tools, telemetry, and debug infrastructure to enhance platform observability and reliability. * Support the integration and validation of platform security technologies, including secure boot, attestation, and hardware root of trust solutions. * Investigate and resolve complex system-level issues across hardware, firmware, and software components. * Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver robust platform solutions and improve engineering productivity. ## Related Videos - [Go with the Flow: Stop the Leaks Before Your Memory's a Waterfall!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100073-go-with-the-flow-stop-the-leaks-before-your-memory-s-a-waterfall) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Agent Smith Gets Hardware: Autonomous IoT Hacking From Debug Port to Cloud API](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100258-agent-smith-gets-hardware-autonomous-iot-hacking-from-debug-port-to-cloud-api) - [Scoring 2000 Products per Request: Performance Pitfalls in Golang](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2073-scoring-2000-products-per-request-performance-pitfalls-in-golang) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) ## Related Articles - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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