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# Windows Application Developer

- **Company:** NIGHTWING LLC
- **Location:** Sterling, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Programming Tools, Memory Management, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Windows Desktop, Multithreading, Programming Languages
- **Published:** June 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/8B6FB418DBE04185A6999462C58B85DD/job/

## About the Role

Current TS/SCI with Poly Clearance

Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:

Three (3) years of experience developing, testing, and debugging software in each of the following languages:

C

C++

Python

Three (3) years of demonstrated, in-depth experience developing, testing, and debugging software for Windows operating systems

Proven experience using:

Visual Studio IDE

Windows SDK

Demonstrated in-depth understanding of:

Windows low-level systems development

Windows APIs and system internals

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with multithreaded and performance-critical applications

Familiarity with Windows kernel concepts, memory management, and process/thread handling

Experience working in secure or regulated environments

Strong documentation and communication skills

## Description

Nightwing is seeking experienced Windows Application Developers to support the design, development, testing, and maintenance of Windows-based software applications. The ideal candidates will possess strong expertise in low-level Windows systems development and demonstrate proficiency across multiple programming languages and development tools., Design, develop, test, and debug Windows-based applications

Perform low-level systems development using Windows APIs

Develop and maintain software using C, C++, and Python

Utilize Visual Studio IDE and Windows SDK for application development

Troubleshoot and resolve complex software and system issues

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project requirements

Ensure software solutions meet performance, security, and quality standards


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