Senior Software Engineer – Xbox Graphics

The Xbox Graphics team at Microsoft is seeking passionate engineers to advance state-of-the-art graphics systems, engineering systems, and device drivers. This role sits within the Core OS division, which is responsible for Operating Systems powering Azure, Microsoft's Linux OS, Windows Client, Xbox, and Windows Server ecosystem. The team works at the intersection of hardware and software, delivering cutting-edge game development technology through close collaboration with hardware engineers and game developers.

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Xbox Graphics team, you'll be working on graphics drivers, GPU architecture, and engineering systems. The role requires deep technical expertise in low-level software development, particularly in graphics and GPU hardware. You'll be contributing to systems that support billions of customers worldwide and are crucial to Microsoft's cloud businesses.

The position offers competitive compensation ($119,800 - $234,700 base salary range), comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on technology that powers next-generation gaming experiences. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence, working in an environment that encourages growth mindset and inclusivity.

Key aspects of the role include architecting solutions for complex graphics systems, optimizing performance, debugging sophisticated technical issues, and maintaining strong partnerships across Microsoft's engineering ecosystem. The position offers up to 100% work from home flexibility with 0-25% travel requirements, making it ideal for someone who values work-life balance while working on cutting-edge technology.