Senior Windows kernel/internal Engineer (C++/C) (IRC300926)

GlobalLogic is seeking a Senior Windows kernel/internal Engineer with expertise in C/C++ and kernel-mode driver development for an endpoint security company. The role involves writing kernel drivers, crash dump analysis, and implementing fixes for Windows kernel issues.

• Write kernel and driver software that can reach the internals of the operating system
• Implement novel collection and protection techniques
• Write robust driver infrastructure
• Optimize for extreme performance constraints
• Research uncharted territories of the Windows kernel, drivers, APIs, and internal mechanisms
• Perform deep-dive analysis of kernel memory dumps (Minidumps and Complete Memory Dumps) to identify root cause of crashes
• Design stress tests and verification procedures to reliably reproduce BSODs
• Audit existing C/C++ driver code for thread safety, lock usage, and memory handling
• Implement robust fixes for identified issues ensuring zero regression
• Verify fixes using Microsoft Driver Verifier and HLK basics

• Expert C/C++: 3+ years of experience in strictly kernel-mode software development
• WinDbg Mastery: Ability to perform post-mortem debugging without symbols, live kernel debugging using VMWare/Hyper-V/KDNET
• Windows Internal Knowledge: IRQLs, DPC/Dispatcher, Memory Management, Synchronization primitives (Spinlocks, Mutexes, Pushlocks)
• File System Filters: Proven experience with Filter Manager Model (FltMgr) and Minifilter drivers
• EDR/Security Driver Experience: Familiarity with ObCallbacks, Process/Thread/Image Load Notify routines
• Reverse Engineering: Proficiency with IDA Pro or Ghidra (preferred)
• x64 Assembly: Ability to read disassembly (preferred)
• WHQL/WHCP: Experience with Windows Hardware Compatibility Program (preferred)