Software Engineer II

Microsoft

2 - 5 years

Hyderabad

Posted: 14/10/2025

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Job Description

Overview

Are you passionate about creating cutting-edge devices? Surface Team is dedicated to building powerful devices that empower individuals and organizations. We’re currently working on the next generation of Surface products, and we need talented engineers like you!

We are seeking a passionate and technically skilled engineer to lead the development of AI/GenAI-powered solutions in the Sensor domain on embedded platforms. This role will focus on building intelligent, on-device capabilities that leverage multimodal sensor data to deliver real-time, context-aware experiences. Collaborate with electrical engineers, system engineers, UX designers, software architects, and fellow firmware engineers to define our product roadmap.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

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.
Proficiency in C/C++ and other higher-level languages, including tools like Matlab. Familiarity with host-level application programming is a plus.
Demonstrated expertise in embedded systems, 8-32 bit microprocessors, I/Os, I2C/SPI, and other interconnect buses.
Experience with AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow) and model optimization for edge devices.
Familiarity with GenAI tools like Azure OpenAI, Whisper, CLAP, and Copilot Studio.
Track-record of shipping high volume consumer products and having been through at least two development cycles.
Solid debugging skills for modern multiprocessor systems, including using hardware-level analysers, debuggers and diagnostic tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

At least 8 years of experience in software development of which 3+ years contributing to Sensors and related algorithm development for consumer PCs or electronics.
Proven track record of delivering high-quality software products develoepment
Solid communication skills across technical and executive audiences.

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Responsibilities

Experience in creating Windows-based drivers and interface applications/scripting.
A sound track-record of shipping high volume consumer products.
Ability to quickly ramp up on complex and unfamiliar code.
Exposure to agentic architecture and multi-agent orchestration for GenAI apps.
Contributions to open-source projects or publications in embedded AI.
Effective verbal and written communication, from block diagrams to low-level C/asm code explanations.
Ability to plan work and adjust as needed in a dynamic environment.
Capability to understand and integrate technical concepts across various disciplines.
Motivated and self-driven attitude.
Worked with development partners to launch high-volume consumer electronics products.
Familiarity with Asia high-volume manufacturers is a plus.

About Company

Microsoft Corporation is a leading American multinational technology company founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen. Headquartered in Redmond, Washington, Microsoft is best known for its software products, including the Windows operating system, Microsoft Office Suite, and Azure cloud services. The company also produces hardware like the Surface devices and owns LinkedIn, GitHub, and the Xbox gaming brand. Microsoft is one of the world's most valuable companies, playing a key role in personal computing, enterprise software, AI, and cloud computing.