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Windows Kernel Driver Engineer

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United States , Redmond

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IT - Software Development

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Contract Type:
Employment contract, B2B

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Salary:

120000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Year ▼
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Job Description:

We’re looking for a Windows Kernel Driver Engineer to build and debug high-quality kernel-mode and user-mode drivers and system services at the hardware / firmware / OS boundary.

Job Responsibility:

  • Develop and debug Windows drivers (WDM/KMDF) and system services
  • Diagnose complex issues using kernel debugging and crash dumps
  • Drive quality, validation, and release readiness (HLK, signing)
  • Add telemetry and diagnostics for fast, remote issue resolution
  • Collaborate with hardware, firmware, IHVs, and Windows teams

Requirements:

  • A Bachelor’s or Higher Degree
  • Experience with Windows drivers or low-level system software
  • Strong kernel debugging skills
  • Solid C/C++ expertise
  • Comfortable working across hardware and firmware boundaries
  • Ownership mindset and strong collaboration skills

Nice to have:

  • HLK/HCK, release pipelines, telemetry, automation
  • Secure driver design or device bring-up experience
What we offer:
  • medical, vision, dental, life, disability insurance
  • paid time off (including holidays, parental leave, and sick leave, as required by law)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 26, 2026

Expiration:
May 30, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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