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Cohere Technology Group

Windows Developer

Herndon, VA · On-site

Cohere Technology Group is seeking a highly skilled Windows Developer with expertise in kernel-level development and reverse engineering to join their advanced technology team. This role is critical ...

SCATR Corp.

Windows Developer

Cleveland, OH · On-site

SCATR™ is seeking an experienced Windows Developer to join our dynamic team and contribute to the development of a robust and efficient application for the Windows platform. As a C Developer, you ...

MWIDM Inc.

Windows System Developer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Windows Developer Location: Philadelphia, PA or Mount Laurel, NJ Duration: Contract We're seeking a developer with 5 7 years of experience in Windows user-mode and driver development to build and ...

StackandCo

Senior Windows Developer (C++)

Galway, NY · On-site +1

... several Software Engineers. \n \n \n \n \n \n One of their most pressing needs is for an ... Strong commercial experience developing in a Windows environment \n * Strong knowledge of TCP\/IP ...

Esri

C++ Windows Developer II - ArcGIS Pro

Redlands, CA · On-site

$49.25 - $66.50/hr

They are seeking a C++ Windows Developer II to develop editing tools for ArcGIS Pro, enabling users to analyze and visualize spatial data effectively. Responsibilities : • Create ArcGIS Editor ...

Esri

C++ Windows Developer II - ArcGIS Pro

Redlands, CA · On-site

$49.25 - $66.50/hr

Esri is a leading company in geographic information system (GIS) software, and they are seeking a C++ Windows Developer II to join their software development team. The role involves developing ...

Integrated Resources INC

Windows Engineer

Exton, PA · On-site

The windows engineer will be required to have general overall knowledge of mid to large corporate environments and in depth knowledge of the following areas: Integration of existing XP devices into ...

krg technology inc

Windows Engineer

Neenah, WI · On-site

Job Title: Windows Engineer Location: Neenah, WI Duration: Contract Note : Linked IN Must Years of Experience - 5-7 Mandatory Skills - Windows Server 2008R2, Windows Server 2012R2 installation ...

Highbrow LLC

Windows Engineer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Job Title: Windows Engineer Job ID: 2023-12094 Job Location: Berkeley Heights, NJ, Alpharetta, GA Job Travel Location(s): # Positions: 1 Employment Type: W2 Candidate Constraints: Duration:

Highbrow LLC

Windows Engineer

Berkeley Heights, NJ · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Job Title: Windows Engineer Job ID: 2023-12094 Job Location: Berkeley Heights, NJ, Alpharetta, GA Job Travel Location(s): # Positions: 1 Employment Type: W2 Candidate Constraints: Duration:

StackandCo

Senior Windows Developer (C++/C#)

Galway, NY · On-site +1

$55.25 - $73/hr

... engineers. \n \n \n \n \n \n One of their most pressing needs is for an experienced C++\/C# ... Strong commercial experience developing in a Windows environment \n * Strong knowledge of TCP\/IP ...

IPSecure, Inc.

Windows Engineer III

TX · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Windows Engineer III - TS/SCI Clearance Required - JBSA Lackland - San Antonio, TX The Windows Engineer III serves as the senior Windows infrastructure engineer responsible for the design ...

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Windows Developer

Herndon, VA • On-site

Cohere Technology Group LLC
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees
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Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Position Title: Windows Developer - Kernel & Reverse Engineering
Location: Arlington, VA or Herndon, VA
Clearance Required: Active ISA/TS (Top Secret) or higher
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Windows Developer with expertise in kernel-level development and reverse engineering to join our advanced technology team in Arlington or Herndon, VA. This role is critical for designing, developing, and analyzing low-level Windows components to support national security and cyber defense missions.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and implement software components in the Windows kernel space.
  • Perform reverse engineering of binaries to identify functionality, vulnerabilities, or behaviors.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity analysts, researchers, and fellow engineers to develop cutting-edge tools and capabilities.
  • Analyze undocumented OS behaviors and contribute to low-level system integration.
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following security best practices.

Required Qualifications:
  • Strong experience in Windows kernel development (e.g., drivers, low-level APIs, internals).
  • Solid reverse engineering skills using tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, WinDbg, etc.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and experience with debugging and performance tuning.
  • Deep understanding of Windows OS internals and system architecture.
  • Active ISA/TS clearance or higher (no exceptions).

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with malware analysis, exploit development, or vulnerability research.
  • Familiarity with secure coding practices and hardened system development.
  • Background working in national security, defense, or intelligence domains.

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