Windows Platform Architect

Malwarebytes

. Own the design of core Windows components, from kernel drivers to user mode services .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $240,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Windows internals and kernel driver development, with a strong focus on performance optimization and debugging. Proven ability to lead design changes and coach teams while effectively communicating technical concepts.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Windows Internals ExpertiseKernel Driver DevelopmentC And C++ ProgrammingPerformance And Debugging ToolsDriver Certification Experience

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Hard Skills

Kernel Driver WorkFile System MinifiltersWindows Driver ModelC# And .NET PerformanceProblem SolvingProduction Software ShippingMemory OptimizationCPU OptimizationCrash Dump AnalysisTelemetry Experience

Soft Skills

Clear WritingEffective CommunicationKnowledge SharingCoaching

Tools & Technologies

WinDbgETWWPAPerfViewAI Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

HLK CertificationWHQL CertificationAttestation Signing

Industry Keywords

Windows Security FeaturesAntivirus ProductsEndpoint ProtectionCloud To Endpoint TelemetryProtected Process Light

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudC++.NET

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the design of core Windows components, from kernel drivers to user mode services
Make the product fast and light by reducing CPU use, memory use, and startup time
Find and fix hard system issues using crash dumps, traces, and kernel debugging
Lead driver signing and certification work with Microsoft
Help resolve urgent issues during US hours, such as certificate, signing, or false positive problems
Review new Windows features and APIs and decide how to use them
Work with Research to bring new protection features down to the OS level
Use AI tools to speed up design, building, and testing
Coach engineers on Windows internals and good design
Deliver clear gains in memory and CPU use across the Windows product
Lead the design of at least one major driver or core component change
Serve as the go-to person for Windows platform issues during US hours
Work with Windows and Core Technology teams in the US and Europe, as well as Research, Cloud, and Product

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years building software, with deep focus on Windows internals
Hands-on kernel driver work: file system minifilters, kernel callbacks, and the Windows driver model
Strong C and C++ skills
Experience with C# and .NET performance, including startup time and memory use
Skill with performance and debugging tools such as WinDbg, ETW, WPA, and PerfView
Experience shipping software that runs with high rights on a large number of PCs, where stability matters most
A track record of solving hard problems and shipping production software
Clear writing and speaking, and a habit of sharing knowledge with others
Experience with security products such as antivirus or endpoint protection
Knowledge of ELAM, Protected Process Light, or other Windows security features
Experience with driver certification (HLK, WHQL, attestation signing)
Experience with cloud to endpoint telemetry

Benefits

Comp & perks

15% Bonus
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Wellness programs
401k and employer matching for (US Employees)
Comprehensive Time Off policy