Senior Software Engineer - Systems & Hardware Validation (Azure)

Who is Blueprint?We are a technology solutions firm headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with a strong presence across the United States. Unified by a shared passion for solving complicated problems, our people are our greatest asset. We use technology as a tool to bridge the gap between strategy and execution, powered by the knowledge, skills, and the expertise of our teams, who all have unique perspectives and years of experience across multiple industries. We're bold, smart, agile, and fun.What does Blueprint do?Blueprint helps organizations unlock value from existing assets by leveraging cutting-edge technology to create additional revenue streams and new lines of business. We connect strategy, business solutions, products, and services to transform and grow companies.Why Blueprint?At Blueprint, we believe in the power of possibility and are passionate about bringing it to life. Whether you join our bustling product division, our multifaceted services team or you want to grow your career in human resources, your ability to make an impact is amplified when you join one of our teams. You'll focus on solving unique business problems while gaining hands-on experience with the world's best technology. We believe in unique perspectives and build teams of people with diverse skillsets and backgrounds. At Blueprint, you'll have the opportunity to work with multiple clients and teams, such as data science and product development, all while learning, growing, and developing new solutions. We guarantee you won't find a better place to work and thrive than at Blueprint.In This RoleIn this role, you will be part of a highly technical engineering team focused on security‐critical hardware and intellectual property within large‐scale cloud infrastructure. You will independently design, develop, test, and troubleshoot security‐related hardware and software that runs across Windows and Linux environments in a global data‐center fleet.Your day‐to‐day work will involve a mix of hands‐on development, hardware validation, deep debugging, technical collaboration, and design/test reviews. Much of the work leverages open‐source technologies, with opportunities for internal code reviews as well. This role requires adaptability, strong problem‐solving skills, and comfort switching between projects as priorities evolve.This is an opportunity to work on cutting‐edge server hardware deployed at enormous scale, collaborating with highly skilled engineers and gaining experience supporting systems used by one of the world's largest cloud platforms.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, implement, test, and maintain security‐focused software and systems‐level componentsIndependently develop, test, and troubleshoot software running on data‐center and server hardware across Windows and Linux environmentsFine‐tune and enhance complex software and hardware integration projectsGather and analyze system requirements, document technical specifications, and design solutions to meet functional and security needsReview enhancement requests and technical specifications to ensure feasibility and correctnessImplement and customize system‐level software to meet deployment requirementsDevelop detailed software design documents, test plans, and validation strategiesWrite new programs and utilities in C++ and Python; create test data and automation for validationModify and enhance existing codebases to meet new standards or requirementsPerform unit testing, integration testing, and system‐level validation on both new and legacy systemsCreate migration and deployment packages to support system testing, user testing, and production rolloutParticipate in design reviews, test reviews, and technical collaboration with cross‐functional teamsContribute to and review open‐source code where applicableProvide quality assurance reviews and perform post‐implementation validationTroubleshoot and resolve defects discovered during testing or after deploymentWork within CI/CD pipelines to support automated builds, testing, and validationDocument results, findings, and technical decisions clearly for internal stakeholdersQualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field10+ years of overall professional experience in software or systems engineeringStrong foundation in computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and software design8+ years of systems‐level development experience using C++ (with Python for automation and tooling)8+ years of experience testing, validating, or troubleshooting server and/or data‐center hardwareExperience designing and developing large‐scale or complex systems softwareHands‐on experience performing in‐depth debugging, troubleshooting, and unit testingExperience working with both new development and legacy production systems2+ years of experience building or working within automated CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps or similar tooling)Strong problem‐diagnosis and issue‐resolution skillsAbility to work independently while effectively collaborating with technical stakeholdersComfort operating in a fast‐paced environment with changing prioritiesPreferred QualificationsExperience working with or contributing to open‐source projectsExperience using Rust in production or experimental systems‐level developmentFamiliarity with security‐focused hardware, firmware, or trusted computing environmentsExperience supporting software deployed at large cloud or data‐center scalePrior exposure to hardware validation, bring‐up, or low‐level system testingStrong documentation skills and experience presenting technical findings to peersSalary RangeAt Blueprint, we strive to offer competitive pay that reflects the value of our team members. Compensation for this role is influenced by a variety of factors, including skills, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographic market.For candidates based in Washington State, the anticipated salary range is $125,000- $130,000 USD per annum. Please note that we typically do not hire new employees at the top of the posted range. Actual starting pay will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. The final salary and job title may vary depending on the selected candidate's qualifications and could fall outside the stated range.Equal Opportunity EmployerBlueprint Technologies, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, orientation, veteran/military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital, or familial status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other status protected by law.If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please reach out to: recruiting@bpcs.comBlueprint believe in the importance of a healthy and happy team, which is why our comprehensive benefits package includes:Medical, dental, and vision coverageFlexible Spending Account401k programCompetitive PTO offeringsParental LeaveOpportunities for professional growth and developmentLocation: Hybrid in Redmond, WA