Software Design Engineer (Microsoft )

Job Title: Software Design EngineerLocation: Redmond, WA-Remote WorkJob Type: Contract Note: Previous experience at Microsoft is highly desirable. Typical Day in the RolePurpose of the Team: The purpose of this team is developing gaming shell experiences for users, particularly aiming to streamline Windows-related experiences for PC gaming in preparation for the holiday season next year.Key projects: This role will contribute to enhancing PC gaming experiences.Typical task breakdown and operating rhythm: The role will consist of minimal meetings (10%), team collaboration through chat and calls to address technical issues and majority of the time will be spent on coding and UX updates.Compelling Story & Candidate Value PropositionWhat makes this role interesting? - This role provides the opportunity to working directly on gaming and enhancing PC gaming experiences.Unique Selling Points:Opportunities to work with specific Microsoft technologiesCandidate RequirementsYears of Experience Required: 3-5 overall years of experience in the field.Degrees or certifications required: no degree is required to be eligible for this role.Disqualifiers: no specific disqualifier other than not having experience in the fieldBest vs. Average: The ideal resume would contain experience with XAML, proficiency in C++, solid experience in UX design, and previous experience working at Microsoft or in Windows environments.Performance Indicators: Performance will be assessed based on the ability to complete specific work and features assigned, as well as the quality of work output, as assessed by team feedbackTop 3 Hard Skills Required + Years of ExperienceMinimum 3 years experience with XAML.Minimum 3 years experience with C++.Minimum 3 years experience with UX design.Hard Skills AssessmentsExpected Dates that Hard Skills Assessments will be scheduled: asap.Hard Skills Assessment Process: The assessment process will include typical 30-min interview.Required Candidate Preparation: Candidates should have NA prepared prior to the assessment.Summary:The main function of a Software Engineer is to design, develop, implement, test, and maintain business and computer applications software or specialized utility programs including mainframe and client/server applications, and major enhancement of existing systemsJob Responsibilities:Fine-tune and improve a variety of sophisticated software implementation projectsGather and analyze system requirements, document specifications, and develop software solutions to meet client needs and dataAnalyze and review enhancement requests and specificationsImplement system software and customize to client requirementsPrepare the detailed software specifications and test plansCode new programs to client’s specifications and create test data for testingModify existing programs to new standards and conduct unit testing of developed programsCreate migration packages for system testing, user testing, and implementationProvide quality assurance reviewsPerform post-implementation validation of software and resolve any bugs found during testingQualifications:Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required2-4 years experience requiredA solid foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software designlarge systems software design and development experienceExperience performing in-depth troubleshooting and unit testing with both new and legacy production systemsexperience in programming and experience with problem diagnosis and resolution