Senior Hardware Engineer
 Microsoft | |
 United States, Colorado, Fort Collins | |
 Jan 01, 2025 | |
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OverviewMicrosoft Azure is building a high-performance and reliable public cloud, and we are seeking talented individuals who can navigate the full technology stack-from hardware to systems to applications-turning ideas into production systems rapidly. Join us as a Hardware Engineer to create the world's fastest public cloud and make a difference to millions worldwide.As a Senior Hardware Engineer on the Azure Boost Storage Acceleration Hardware team, you will be responsible for micro-architecture and hardware module design, timing closure, rigorous verification and testing of hardware systems, and deploying accelerated storage services. You will drive the next generation of accelerated storage through hardware-first protocols like Non-Volatile Memory Express (NVMe), optimizing design to enhance IO per second (IOPS), bandwidth, latency, and overhead. This role offers the unique opportunity for rapid hardware development, allowing concepts to reach production within months instead of years. Join us to shape the future of cloud storage in one of the world's truly hyperscale global clouds, with innovation opportunities spanning the entire computing stack.This position provides a unique chance for hardware developers to see their RTL code go to production within weeks, and for software developers to harness the performance and efficiency of customized hardware. Help us build one of the few truly hyperscale global clouds, with innovations possible at every level of the computing stack.At Microsoft, our mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees, we embrace a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. We build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability each day to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive both at work and beyond.
ResponsibilitiesDesign, propose and oversee the analysis/evaluation of hardware architectures.Design and code RTL modules written in Verilog/SystemVerilog and targeting FPGAs.Simulate and perform hardware-based testing, debug, and verification of FPGA designs.Scripting and basic software development in support of hardware design.Apply Agile development methodologies including code reviews, sprint planning, and frequent deployment.Handle a DevOps role with occasional on-call responsibilities for resolving customer issues in production. | |