What are the responsibilities and job description for the Windows Kernel Driver Engineer position at Apar Technologies?
Title: Windows Kernel Driver Engineer
Location: Redmond, WA (Hybrid)
Job Type: FTE / Contract
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.
What you'll do
- 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
What we're looking for
- 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