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This role follows a hybrid work schedule and you will report to the Senior Staff Silicon Engineer. You will: * Work with researchers and architects to translate high level requirements into hardware ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for silicon engineer in the United States is $101,752.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Silicon Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering, semiconductor physics, and integrated circuit (IC) design, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like Cadence, Synopsys, or Mentor Graphics, and experience with hardware description languages (HDLs) such as Verilog or VHDL are essential, along with relevant certifications when applicable. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and teamwork skills help in collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. These capabilities enable the successful design, verification, and implementation of high-performance silicon solutions within the fast-paced semiconductor industry.

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Infographic showing various Silicon Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Part Time. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,752 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

Silicon Engineering

Microsoft Legal Department

Mountain View, CA • On-site, Remote

$206.50K - $236.50K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Job Duties

Microsoft Corporation has the following job opportunity:

Design, develop, modify, or evaluate electronic parts, components, integrated circuitry, or systems related to Microsoft technologies. Define design architecture and operating parameters for circuitry and microelectronic components. Research, design, develop, or test computer or computer-related equipment and select components or equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability. Analyze designs and components to establish operating parameters and performance requirements to define complete pre-silicon verification test cases. Develop test plans for the preparation and execution of design verification testing. Analyze data generated from test results to perform pre-silicon verification of operating parameters and performance requirements. Collaborate with cross functional teams to support product development. Generate documentation related to designs, including development status, technical specifications, functionality, compatibility with other devices, and testing procedures. Automate or develop systematic and efficient methods to detect hardware or software vulnerabilities. Telecommuting permitted less than 50%/week within same geographic location as assigned Microsoft office location.

Minimum Requirements
  • Education: Master's or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Silicon Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience: 36 months of experience in designing, implementing, and/or testing computer hardware and/or software.
  • Specific Skills: Education or Experience in: Formal Verification (LEC); Synthesis; Low Power Design; RTL; Verilog; VHDL; and Placement and Routing.

Multiple job openings. Qualified candidates must meet the minimum requirements for the position. Microsoft Corporation is equal opportunity employer.

Pay Range and Benefits Information

The offered base pay range for this specific position (V523369), in Mountain View, CA, is $206,500.00 to $236,500.00 per year.Microsoft has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States, which allows us to pay employees competitively and consistently in different geographic markets. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.

At Microsoft certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus, and stock. These awards are allocated based on individual performance. In addition, certain roles also have the opportunity to earn sales incentives based on revenue or utilization, depending on the terms of the plan and the employee's role. Benefits/perks listed may vary depending on the nature of employment with Microsoft and the country work location. U.S.-based employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and wellbeing benefits, among others. U.S.-based employees also receive, per calendar year, up to 10 scheduled paid holidays, and up to 80 hours Holistic Health Time Off. Additionally, hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid vacation time, and salaried/exempt employees have Discretionary Time Off (DTO).

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