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Lead Principal Hardware Architect

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    Expert / Leadership (9+ years)
  • Mountain View

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Requirements

  • 12+ years of technical engineering experience
  • OR Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 10+ years of technical engineering experience
  • OR Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 7+ years of technical engineering experience
  • OR Doctorate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years of technical engineering experience.
  • 11+ years of experience in system and SoC architecture with demonstrated track record of success.
  • 10+ years of experience leading significant hardware/software co design projects and setting technical direction
  • Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
  • Skilled in partnering and influencing architects, hardware engineers, software leads and executives.
  • Ability to manage through ambiguity, bringing clarity and results orientation to engage and energize collaborators and stakeholders
  • Collaboration skills, teamwork, and sense of presumed responsibility
  • Verbal and written communication skills, and ability to articulate and engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels.
  • Experience leading and driving complex projects with respect and integrity, including those with multiple workstreams spanning different business and technical disciplines.
  • Intellectual curiosity and a passion about learning and deploying new technologies.
  • Problem-solving skills, analytical capabilities, and attention to detail
  • A background in computer and systems architecture, with thorough understanding of system software and its interaction with the hardware platform.

Responsibilities

  • - Lead path finding for system interconnects for Input / Output (I/O) and memory attach, and its applications to realize novel platform architectures concepts.
  • - Engineer effective hardware and software co-designed solutions for memory Total cost of ownership (TCO) improvements and enable its broad adoption across Azure IaaS and PaaS usages.
  • - Collaborate with memory, storage and systems experts to drive memory expansion, tiering and pooling solutions.
  • - Coordinate with various partner teams in Microsoft (Azure Cloud, Microsoft Research, Operating system (OS)/Hyper-V software, Hardware design, etc.) to ensure end-to-end software-hardware system solutions.
  • - Engage with Azure’s supplier ecosystem on collaborations that deliver on the above charter.
  • - Influence and shape hardware architecture for Azure host computers, targeting the three-to-six-year timeframe, with data-driven analysis and recommendations.
  • - As appropriate, participate in industry standard bodies and consortia to drive relevant technologies.
  • - Embody our Culture & Values.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Lead Principal Hardware Architect role?

The primary focus is to lead architecture evaluation and pathfinding at the intersection of system interconnects, I/O subsystems, memory tiering, and SoC designs for resource disaggregation in future cloud computing systems.

What team will the Lead Principal Hardware Architect be part of?

The architect will be part of the Leading-Edge Architecture Pathfinding (LEAP) team within the Strategic Planning and Architecture (SPARC) organization in Azure Hardware Systems & Infrastructure (AHSI).

What are the key responsibilities for this role?

Key responsibilities include leading pathfinding for system interconnects, engineering hardware and software co-designed solutions, collaborating with experts across various fields, influencing hardware architecture for Azure host computers, and engaging with the supplier ecosystem.

What qualifications are required for the Lead Principal Hardware Architect position?

Required qualifications include a minimum of 12 years of technical engineering experience, with specific educational background options and extensive experience in system and SoC architecture, as well as hardware/software co-design projects.

Is experience in collaboration with other teams necessary?

Yes, collaboration with various partner teams within Microsoft, including Azure Cloud and Hardware design, is essential to ensure end-to-end software-hardware system solutions.

What soft skills are preferred for candidates?

Preferred skills include strong collaboration and communication abilities, problem-solving skills, intellectual curiosity, and the capacity to manage through ambiguity while providing clarity and results.

Is there a specific focus on security requirements for this role?

Yes, the role requires candidates to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements, including passing the Microsoft Cloud Background Check.

What type of compensation can candidates expect for this role?

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $161,600 - $286,200 per year, with higher ranges applicable to specific locations like the San Francisco Bay Area and New York City metropolitan area.

What is Microsoft's commitment to diversity and inclusion in the hiring process?

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to considering all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Until when can applications for this position be submitted?

Applications for the role will be accepted until August 8, 2024.

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