Software Engineer- II

The Network Driver Platform team is looking for a Software Engineer II focused on two core areas: HLK network test framework support and DPDK open-source software maintenance for Windows.

In this role, you will help improve the quality, reliability, and compatibility of Windows networking by supporting HLK network device tests used for driver certification and partner validation. You will also contribute to the maintenance and evolution of DPDK support on Windows, including compatibility, debugging, validation, and engagement with the open-source community.

This position requires collaboration with internal teams, IHVs, and external partners to diagnose issues, improve test coverage, support driver certification scenarios, and ensure high-performance networking technologies work well across Windows client, server, and virtualized environments.

We are seeking a developer with solid systems software fundamentals, debugging skills, and interest in networking, drivers, test infrastructure, and open-source development.and much more.

In Core OS, we are responsible for the Operating Systems that power Azure, Microsoft's Linux OS, the platforms for Windows Client and Xbox, and our Windows Server ecosystem – through all of these, we support every one of our cloud businesses and billions of customers around the world. In this era of ubiquitous computing, systems software excellence has never been more important for Microsoft. High quality, high-efficiency operating systems and platform components underpin everything we do as a company, from making our systems more reliable for our customers, to increasing our competitiveness by reducing COGS, to delivering new features and capabilities to delight customers – that’s all us!

To deliver on our vision, we are looking for a Software Engineer II who is excited about the prospect of learning and driving innovation across our networking stack, across our partnering teams and across the industry. This is an opportunity that will improve your knowledge of networking, system architecture, distributed systems and will provide ample opportunities for industry wide impact.

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.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for design, architecture, and execution in your areas of responsibility, producing and operating high-quality scalable services, and collaboration with partners. We are looking for a Software Engineer II who takes pride in their craft, works pragmatically and with enthusiasm to motivate and energize others. Core responsibilities include: