Senior Software Engineer- Platform Security Job at Microsoft Corporation (Mountain View)

Senior Software Engineer- Platform Security

Microsoft Corporation

Location:
United States , Mountain View

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

119800.00 - 234700.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Join the Microsoft Device Ecosystem and Platform (MDEP) team, where we are building the future of secure-first platforms. We are a world-class platform, middleware, apps, and services organization that brings end-to-end experiences to life on a diverse range of products, empowering customers through powerful connections to Windows, M365, and Azure across the devices they use. Our team collaborates with software developers, quality engineers, designers, product managers, and various industry partners to create innovative services and experiences. We design and implement security software components on the Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform (MDEP) to protect devices and their users' data, as well as secure remote services access.

Job Responsibility:

Design, develop, and maintain AOSP security features, applications, and frameworks using Java, Kotlin, C/C++, and other technologies
Work across drivers, tools, Linux Kernel, trusted applications, AOSP Framework, and AOSP services
Collaborate with developers, testers, product managers, and security experts to ensure the quality, performance, and security of the AOSP platform and applications
Research and implement the latest security best practices, standards, and technologies for AOSP development
Troubleshoot, debug, and fix security issues and vulnerabilities in AOSP applications and systems
Represent the Microsoft MDEP team in various forums with partners, providing industry-leading technical guidance
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge with the team
Demonstrate excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate technical design, implementation, and issues clearly and concisely
Stay updated on AOSP operating system updates, security trends, and industry best practices

Requirements:

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
8+ years of software development experience, with significant experience contributing to or leading architectural design
Experience with AOSP security features such as device integrity, cryptography, Keymint, and Keystore
Expertise in device integrity mechanisms, key attestation processes, key provision strategies, and the management of trusted applications within AOSP
Ability to develop and manage trusted applications that operate within a TEE
Capability to design and develop robust security solutions that align with industry standards and best practices
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex software and security issues
Leadership skills to guide a team in the development of secure software solutions
Strong communication skills with proven track record of representing security technology with customers and device manufacturers

Nice to have:

Familiarity with System on Chip (SOC) hardware architecture and secure software for SOC
In-depth knowledge of key attestation processes, including hardware-backed keystore and certificate management
Proven track record in designing complex architecture from TrustZone to the application layer
Ability to implement and manage security measures for device-to-device communication and data protection
Strong background in cryptography, mobile security, and secure communications
Advanced understanding of operating system security, including Linux kernel and AOSP platform hardening techniques
High tolerance for ambiguity and ability to make progress in the face of it
Experience with Azure Cloud and Azure DevOps (ADO) pipeline is preferred but not required

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 04, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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