Software Engineer - Azure Edge Security

Overview

Cloud services, Edge, and end-user devices are transforming modern life. As computing reaches expand, so does the importance of security. In the Azure Edge Security group, we secure users’ identities and data against ever-evolving threats, building foundational technologies that protect and empower people and organizations worldwide.

Would you like to learn about the inner workings of Azure Edge? Are you excited about jumping deep into various areas and composing a bigger picture? Microsoft is leading the way to extend Azure cloud services to sovereign, disconnected, edge, enterprise, and hybrid scenarios. Deploying hyperscale services into hybrid and disconnected clouds provides unique and innovative engineering challenges. If you are inspired by this cloud innovation, have the skills to secure and build production grade services, and are looking for a dynamic and collaborative team environment, come talk to us!

Responsibilities

If you are passionate about advancing security and staying ahead of sophisticated threats, this is your opportunity. As a Software Engineer, you will:

• Design, develop, and maintain security solutions for Edge and cloud environments, focusing on cryptography, keys and certificates.
• Lead technical architecture and design discussions, driving innovation in secure Azure Edge technologies across Windows and Linux.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable, and efficient security features for Microsoft Specialized Clouds.
• Mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Analyze emerging security threats and implement proactive measures to protect users, devices, and cloud workloads in the edge.

Our mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more, securely at the edge.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years for SDE of experience developing code in C/C++/Rust/.NET.
• Has meaningful work experience with AI based / agentic development tools and processes (e.g. GitHub Copilot Agent, VS Code Agent, Curser, Claude Code, Cline, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Identity, AD, IAM, Entra, Zero Trust mechanisms or Credentials Management.
• Expertise in Windows and Linux security models, access controls, and least privilege principles.
• Experience with cryptography, certificate trust, and PKI.
• Understanding of operating system internals (kernel, file systems, networking, memory management, scheduling).
• Team player with proven communication skills.