Software Design Engineer

This is an onsite position in Redmond, WA (5 days a week). This is a 5 month engagement that is unlikely to extend.

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 systems. The candidate will join a close-knit team driving industry-leading audio technologies across the Windows ecosystem to create delightful experiences for our customers and improve product reliability. Exposure to media and audio technologies, collaboration with major industry partners (Intel, AMD, Dell, Lenovo, HP), and involvement in high-impact Windows certification processes.

The Impact You'll Make

You will be a key contributor to a team dedicated to managing certification tests for audio systems on our core platform, collaborating with industry partners to ensure compatibility and enhance test content and debugging tools. Your work will directly contribute to the ongoing release of our latest platform version and the critical certification efforts for audio hardware and device drivers, shaping the future of digital sound experiences.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain robust software solutions for complex applications.
• Gather and meticulously analyze system requirements, translating them into detailed specifications.
• Develop, fine-tune, and enhance sophisticated software implementation projects.
• Implement and customize system software to meet evolving requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive software specifications and rigorous test plans.
• Write and modify code to new standards, creating test data and conducting thorough unit testing.
• Develop and manage migration packages for system, user, and implementation testing.
• Conduct in-depth quality assurance reviews and post-implementation validation.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve software bugs and issues efficiently.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5-7 years of professional software development experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on C++ programming experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience with Windows device driver development.
• Minimum 4 years' experience with advanced debugging on Windows.
• A strong foundation in computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
• Extensive experience in large-scale systems software design and development.
• Proven ability to perform in-depth troubleshooting and unit testing across both new and legacy production systems.
• Demonstrated experience in programming, coupled with expertise in problem diagnosis and resolution.
• Strong debugging capabilities.

Preferred Skills

• Advanced debugging experience within a core operating system environment.
• Direct experience with audio or media technologies.

About Aquent Talent

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Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.