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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Memory Hardware Engineer II - **Company:** Microsoft - **Location:** Redmond, WA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $102,100.0 - $202,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Datasheets, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Storage Devices, Hardware Testing, Data Analytics - **Published:** September 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88459368/1 ## About the Role * Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience OR equivalent experience Other Requirements: * Ability to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements is required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screening: * Microsoft Cloud Background Check. This position is required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire or transfer and every two years thereafter. * This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations or Export Administration Regulations, the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations.As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be requiredto provide either proof of their country of citizenship or proof of their U.S. permanent residency or other protected status(e.g., under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information.To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate's citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable. Preferred Qualifications: * + 3+ years technical engineering experience in a memory-related field + Experience with memory subsystems and interfaces, such as DDR or LPDDR, including interpreting device specifications, schematics, and datasheets. + Experience using C, C++, Python, or PowerShell to automate hardware validation, data collection, analysis, or troubleshooting. + Experience with data analytics, data collection/aggregation, and dashboarding. + Experience with platform bring-up including tracing issues across firmware, drivers, and OS; written/verbal communication with partner teams. #SCHIE ## Description The Azure Memory & Storage Center of Excellence (AMS CoE) is part of the SCHIE organization focusing on Memory and Storage devices going into cloud hardware servers of all varieties. AMS provides memory and storage solutions to Azure, drives memory and storage suppliers to deliver high-quality products meeting Microsoft requirements. We are looking for engineers with a passion for driving impact through optimizing products and processes for quality, reliability, cost, and performance. As a Memory Hardware Engineer II supporting Microsoft's first-party silicon products, you will provide innovative solutions to achieve best-in-class memory reliability, performance, and sustainability. Responsibilities * Define memory supportability requirements for Azurefirst-party siliconplatforms, including validation, reliability, and serviceability deliverables. * Identify gaps in platform design, validation, telemetry, and operations, and drive improvementsor workaroundsto closure. * Partner with silicon, platform, firmware, operating-system, validation, and serviceability teams to evaluate tradeoffs and improve platform readiness. * Own assigned memory workstreams, make data-informed recommendations, communicate risks, and escalate decisions beyond the role's scope. * Use validation results, reliability data, and telemetry to resolve recurring issues and improve quality, reliability, serviceability, cost, performance, and delivery readiness. ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Leveraging Moore’s Law: Optimising Database Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1180-leveraging-moore-s-law-optimising-database-performance) - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) - [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) ## Related Articles - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Software Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/194-software-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Fullstack developer salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/197-fullstack-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)