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# Windows Kernel 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, Device Drivers, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Performance Tuning, Systems Development Life Cycle, WinDBg, Reliability of Systems, Windows Kernel
- **Published:** May 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000g2i86j

## About the Role

Current TS/SCI with Poly Clearance

Minimum of three (3) years of experience** **developing, testing, and debugging software using** **C, C++, and Python

Minimum of three (3) years of in-depth experience** **developing, testing, and debugging Windows-based software using** **Visual Studio IDE** **and the** **Windows SDK

Demonstrated in-depth understanding of** **Windows low-level systems development and Windows APIs

Minimum of three (3) years of experience** **developing and testing** **Windows kernel-level software

Minimum of three (3) years of experience** **performing** **Windows kernel-level debugging and diagnostics** **using tools such as** **Windows DDK, WinDBG, or equivalent

Desired Skills (Preferred)

Strong understanding of operating system architecture and device drivers

Experience with system performance optimization and root-cause analysis

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, technically complex environment

## Description

Nightwing is seeking experienced** **Windows Kernel Developers** **to support the design, development, testing, and debugging of low-level Windows operating system software. The ideal candidates will bring strong expertise in kernel-level development, Windows internals, and advanced debugging techniques to deliver high-performance, reliable solutions., Design, develop, test, and debug kernel-level software for the Windows operating system

Develop low-level system components and interfaces using Windows APIs

Perform kernel-level diagnostics, troubleshooting, and performance analysis

Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate and validate system components

Ensure software reliability, security, and maintainability through rigorous testing and debugging practices


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