SW/FW Engineer II
 Microsoft | |
 United States, Washington, Redmond | |
 Jul 24, 2025 | |
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OverviewAre you passionate about building cool devices and technologies? The Surface Team focuses on building devices that fully express the Windows vision. A fundamental part of our strategy is having desirable and powerful devices that enable the experiences people want and elicit their excitement. Creating these devices involves a close partnership between hardware and software engineers, designers, and manufacturing. We are currently building the next generation and Surface needs you! As a SW(software)/FW (firmware) Engineer II of the Microsoft's Surface Power Team, you will drive improved power consumption and performance on Surface devices. You'll design and execute comprehensive validation plans, analyze telemetry and real-world usage data, and develop sophisticated automation frameworks to enhance the speed and reliability of validation processes. Your technical expertise will be vital in identifying root causes of system-level issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams to devise solutions, and driving continual improvement. This role is a unique opportunity to innovate at the intersection of hardware and software, shaping the future of Surface devices while building a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning. 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 Automation development: Develop tools and web applications in Python and C# to increase efficiency in test execution and data analysis, harnessing the power of AI. Analyzing Power Across Systems: Examining how power consumption across different components (hardware and software) contributes to overall power usage work with tools and techniques to measure power draw during various workloads, such as browsing, gaming, or video playback. Collaborating: Work with various teams within the company including hardware (HW), software (SW), platform, thermal, and application teams Debugging: Debugging software and hardware issues in a lab environment is a critical skill.You'llneed to identify and troubleshoot power-related problems by analyzing logs, using debugging tools, and working closely with engineers from different domains. Adapt to a Fast-Paced Environment: Power-related issues can arise unexpectedly. Being able to adjust quickly and proactively is essential. Developing Power Test Plans: Create test plans for power characterization is crucial. These plans outline how you'll measure power consumption under different scenarios. Battery life workloads (e.g., light usage, heavy multitasking) should be considered. Analyze Data and Trends:Identifying patterns and trends related to power consumption through Telemetry. | |