1

Contract Windows Kernel Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Windows Administrator

Lemont, IL · On-site

$44 - $55.25/hr

... engineering and design. * Designs and builds complex information technology and systems ... contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of ...

Lead Contracts Manager

Chicago, IL

$91.70K - $122.60K/yr

Lead contract negotiations with general contractors (GCs), subcontractors, engineering firms (A&E ... Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project. Rewards ...

Advanced Linux knowledge including, but not limited to, kernel bypass, kernel tuning, and ... Familiarity with Windows environments is a plus * Experience working with SOAP and REST APIs a plus

Advanced Linux knowledge including, but not limited to, kernel bypass, kernel tuning, and ... Familiarity with Windows environments is a plus * Experience working with SOAP and REST APIs a plus

... Windows, or RTOS platforms. • Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required. • 3+ years of ... and kernel interfaces. • Passion for system design, OS architecture, and building clean ...

Python Developer (Airlines)

Chicago, IL

$51.75 - $71.25/hr

Contract-W2 Insights: Looking for local but can be remote and must work CST hours. First preference ... Linux, WINDOWS 5. Version Control: GIT Nice to have 1. Databases: MySQL, RDS, Redshift, Iceberg 2. ...

Python Developer (Airlines)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51.75 - $71.50/hr

Contract-W2 Insights: • Looking for local but can be remote and must work CST hours. • First ... Linux, WINDOWS 5. Version Control: GIT Nice to have 1. Databases: MySQL, RDS, Redshift, Iceberg 2. ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Contract Windows Kernel Developer information

See Chicago, IL salary details

$62.3K

$139K

$230.2K

How much do contract windows kernel developer jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract windows kernel developer in Chicago, IL is $139,038.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $113,300.00 and $164,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What are the most commonly searched types of Windows Kernel Developer jobs in Chicago, IL? The most popular types of Windows Kernel Developer jobs in Chicago, IL are:
What cities near Chicago, IL are hiring for Contract Windows Kernel Developer jobs? Cities near Chicago, IL with the most Contract Windows Kernel Developer job openings:

Sr. Windows OS Software Engineer

Hudson Manpower

Skokie, IL • On-site

$160 - $170/day

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago


Job description

Hello,
We're hiring a Sr. Windows OS Software Engineer to work on low-level Windows OS customization for embedded wireless devices (e.g., cameras, USB) supporting Microsoft Teams.
Sr. Windows OS Software Engineer
Skokie, IL | Full-Time | On-Site (No Remote)
US Citizens/Green Card holders only | Relocation assistance available
Must Haves:
• Must have low level (kernal) Windows OS development experience
• Can you customize and configure the Windows OS platform to integrate with embedded devices ?
• Do you have an understanding in device driver development as well as OS image creation and deployment to a w/less device; ?
• C++ for windows experience ? is used for development.
• Have you done low level OS development ?
• Experience w/ Typescript of GraphQl ?
Responsibilities:
• Will customize and configure the Windows OS Platform to integrate with wireless
• embedded devices such as cameras, USB, etc to support the Windows TEAMS video
• p Platform
• The ideal candidate should have an understanding in device driver development as well
• as OS image creation and deployment to a wireless device; C++ for windows is used for
• development. Will not be tasked with driver development but must understand the
• process.
• Must have an understanding of Operating System internals and Windows kernel/module
• development
• Designs software and author code elements such as drivers, algorithms, middleware,
• and applications specifically for the Windows Platform
• Creates scripts to automate code generating tools, data processing, and verification of
• design
• Works with other functional team members to integrate technologies with company
• Platform and products
• Keeps abreast of new technologies, the state of the art, and communicate to the
• appropriate levels
• Writes so0ware networking components based on existing embedded software Platform and operating systems
• Applies OO/SOLID and secure coding design principles
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering or
• equivalent experience
• Experience performing low level Windows OS software development
• Understanding of Operating System internals
• Windows kernel/module development
• Knowledge of image creation
• Minimum of 2 years industry experience developing specifically for Windows
• Experience implemen7ng applica7ons, device drivers and/or frameworks for Windows
• Experience implementing client to server network communications, TCP/IP, sockets
• Experience working Visual Studio
• • Experience working with CMAKE and other cross Platform build tools.
• Experience with software development tools such as Integrated Development
• Environments, compilers/linkers, and debugging tools (emulator, profiler, etc.) required
• Experience solving problems following SOLID and OO design principles
• Must be proficient in Windows development with C++.
• Working knowledge of Windows Driver Kit (WDK) is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Microso0 Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM)
• is a plus.
• Development experience in TypeScript and NodeJS is a plus
• Developer experience with GraphQL is a plus
• Ability to integrate technologies to provide proof of concept demonstrations
• Experience in secure coding practice