Joya Systems

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Windows Driver Development

Quality Systems Software.

If you have a complex software project that requires system level expertise, we are here to help. We have helped our customers to:

  • Extend/modify external applications and the operating system itself (without access to the source code).
  • Create specialized solutions for malware protection, machine hardening and network security.
  • Hacker proof applications to protect against pirating.
  • Develop high performance storage and networking drivers (e.g. TDI/WSK/NDIS/WFP).
  • Deliver on-the-fly file/disk encryption/compression solutions.
  • Create device drivers for new hardware peripherals.
  • Bring to market solutions that require deep knowledge of the x86/x64 architecture.
  • Get expert analysis on application/system crashes, hangs and performance issues within application code.

See a more extensive list of our past driver development projects.

With over 20 years of hands-on experience in Windows kernel-mode development, Joya Systems has built and shipped drivers across virtually every Windows driver model and framework. Our engineers have deep roots in low-level systems work — including time spent developing one of the industry's most respected kernel-mode debuggers and years of daily use of tools like SoftIce and WinDbg. That foundation means we diagnose problems faster and write more reliable driver code from the start.

Crash dump analysis is a core competency. We have analyzed thousands of minidumps and full kernel dumps, often pinpointing the root cause from nothing more than a crash offset and a stack trace. Whether the failure is a pool corruption, a deadlock, a race condition between IRQLs, or a subtle interaction with a third-party driver, we have seen it before and know how to fix it. Our debugging services are available as a standalone engagement or as part of a broader development project.

From WDM and KMDF device drivers to NDIS protocol drivers, WFP callout drivers, file system minifilters, and StorPort miniports — we cover the full spectrum of Windows kernel development. If your project requires it, we also work at the firmware and UEFI level. Whether you need a driver written from scratch, an existing driver ported to a newer Windows version, or an expert second opinion on an architecture decision, get in touch and we will be glad to discuss how we can help.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What types of Windows drivers does Joya Systems develop?
We develop the full range of Windows kernel-mode drivers including WDM, KMDF, and UMDF device drivers, NDIS and WFP network drivers, file system minifilter drivers, and StorPort miniport drivers. We also handle firmware-adjacent work such as UEFI modules and bus filter drivers.
Q: How long does a typical Windows driver project take?
Project timelines vary widely depending on scope and complexity. A focused driver bug fix or port can be completed in days, while a new driver written from scratch for a complex hardware peripheral may take several months. We provide a detailed estimate after an initial technical discussion.
Q: Do you support all versions of Windows?
Yes. We support driver development and testing from Windows XP through the latest Windows 11 releases, including both 32-bit and 64-bit targets. We are also familiar with Kernel Patch Protection (PatchGuard) and Driver Signature Enforcement requirements introduced in modern Windows versions.
Q: Can you debug and fix issues with an existing driver?
Absolutely. Debugging and stabilizing existing drivers is one of our most common engagements. We analyze crash dumps, live kernel debug sessions, and ETW traces to isolate root causes, and we deliver both a fix and a clear explanation of what went wrong. See our debugging services page for more detail.
Q: What is the difference between KMDF and WDM drivers?
WDM (Windows Driver Model) is the foundational driver model that gives developers direct control over every I/O request but requires handling many low-level details manually. KMDF (Kernel-Mode Driver Framework) is a higher-level abstraction built on top of WDM that handles common tasks like power management, PnP, and synchronization automatically, reducing both development time and the chance of subtle bugs.

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