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Windows Kernel Driver Engineer

Yochana IT Solutions
Redmond, WA Contractor | Full Time
POSTED ON 5/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026

Job Title: Windows Kernel Driver Engineer

Location: Redmond, WA (Hybrid Position)

Job Type: Full time position

Interview process: Team Interview

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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

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