Microsoft Systems Engineer Jobs

Discover Microsoft Systems Engineer jobs with organizations seeking experienced professionals to design, implement, and support enterprise technology environments. These roles bring together expertise in Microsoft platforms, infrastructure, cloud services, security, and end-user computing. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including positions for engineers who can keep complex systems reliable, secure, and ready to scale.

What Does a Microsoft Systems Engineer Do?

Microsoft Systems Engineers plan and maintain the systems that organizations rely on every day. Depending on the employer, responsibilities may include administering Windows Server environments, managing Microsoft 365 and Azure services, supporting identity and access management, automating deployments, and resolving infrastructure issues. Engineers may also contribute to architecture decisions, disaster recovery planning, endpoint management, and technical documentation.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Value

Employers commonly look for hands-on experience with Microsoft technologies such as Windows Server, Active Directory or Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Azure, and PowerShell. Knowledge of networking, virtualization, cloud operations, cybersecurity, and systems monitoring can strengthen an application. Clear communication and the ability to collaborate across IT, security, and business teams are also important, especially in senior and enterprise roles. Relevant Microsoft certifications may help demonstrate specialized expertise.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Microsoft Systems Engineers work across industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and government. Career paths can lead to senior systems engineering, cloud engineering, infrastructure architecture, technical leadership, or IT management. The right opportunity depends on your platform expertise, preferred work environment, and whether you want to focus on cloud migration, enterprise operations, security, or automation.

Find Microsoft Systems Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted Microsoft Systems Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, compare roles, and identify positions that align with your experience in Microsoft infrastructure and enterprise systems. New listings may be added regularly, so check back to find opportunities suited to your next career move.

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$71K - $96K *

Optimize technical documentation processes for the Solid Rocket Motor program, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with engineering teams to gather data, maintain product information, and pr...

Huntsville, ALRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Champion strategic initiatives by translating high-level goals into actionable plans. Collaborate with executives to identify operational gaps and drive execution through influence, ensuring alignment...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $173K *

Help us drive strategic project planning and AI adoption across teams, ensuring clear objectives and strong follow-up. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance visibility and efficiency in...

Ontario, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$203K - $228K *

Join a dynamic team to lead strategic manufacturing operations, integrating technical and business insights to drive successful commercialization and lifecycle management of biologics and cell therapi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K - $169K *

Unlock potential by leading reliability improvement programs across a global network of manufacturing sites and distribution centers. Drive hands-on engineering initiatives, optimize maintenance strat...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $140K *

Drive GRC initiatives by building and testing security controls, assessing risks, and automating evidence collection. Collaborate with teams to enhance compliance and support audits while ensuring eff...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $165K *

Lead the charge in shaping software product strategy and lifecycle for analytics solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experience and drive measurable outcomes, ensuring alignment with c...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate client experiences by optimizing multi-cloud hosting environments. As a key technical leader, ensure performance, security, and reliability while driving strategic improvements and collaborati...

Bedford, NHRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K *

Engage in cutting-edge AI projects by developing and deploying NLP models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and scalability, utilizing frameworks like PyTorch or TensorF...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $176K *

Shape the future of sales excellence by owning end-to-end seller experiences. You’ll optimize workflows, create impactful solutions, and directly influence our revenue systems through innovative produ...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Innovate the future of digital experiences by leading architectural strategies and solving complex technical challenges across multiple teams. Drive impactful solutions that enhance customer engagemen...

Las Vegas, NVRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team that drives sales growth through strategic customer engagement, market analysis, and solution identification, all while ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Drive sales growth by executing strategic plans, managing customer relationships, and addressing market needs while identifying new opportunities and solutions for an automotive-focused territory. 50...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of procurement by leading SAP S/4HANA and Ariba implementations, optimizing processes, and driving transformation initiatives within a collaborative ERP Center of Excellence...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$164K - $200K *

Shape the future of software integration by leading a team to develop a robust ERP connector framework, ensuring data integrity and seamless communication between systems while driving architectural d...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive the development and execution of automated tests for integration and performance, ensuring quality and reliability in software delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testin...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $103K *

Support customers by providing expert technical assistance for refrigeration systems, ensuring optimal application and performance. Collaborate with sales teams and engineers to enhance product offeri...

Stone Mountain, GARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize data collection and analysis processes to drive informed decision-making. Collaborate with senior team members to develop dashboards, reports, and data models that enhance business insights a...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive SoC integration, ensuring quality and performance optimization while collaborating with clients and guiding junior engineers. Leverage your expertise in RTL design and dig...

California, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$84K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of engineering solutions by leading technical engagement and demand creation, driving strategic plans, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders in a dyna...

Oregon, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform critical power systems by overseeing installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of backup generators in data centers, ensuring uninterrupted power supply and optimal uptime for mission-c...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$84K - $131K *

Join a dynamic team to provide scientific expertise and application support, enhancing customer experiences through product demonstrations, training, and troubleshooting while collaborating with cross...

Illinois, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Help us drive growth in the advanced ceramics market by building relationships, providing technical support, and delivering innovative solutions to customers across North America and Europe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Develop and implement integrations between Army work-request and financial systems with IBM Maximo, ensuring seamless data flow and automated reconciliation while adhering to secure coding practices a...

Fort Campbell, KYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in strategic ERP advisory engagements, guiding clients through enterprise transformation and technology alignment to drive impactful change and enhance organizational readiness across...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Microsoft Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    A Microsoft Systems Engineer designs, operates, and improves technology environments built on Microsoft platforms. Common work includes managing Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Azure, identity services, security controls, automation, and infrastructure support.

  • What skills are needed for Microsoft Systems Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include Windows Server administration, Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory or Microsoft Entra ID, PowerShell, networking, virtualization, troubleshooting, and security fundamentals. Requirements vary by role and employer.

  • Do Microsoft Systems Engineers need certifications?question toggle

    Certifications are not required for every position, but relevant Microsoft credentials can help demonstrate platform knowledge. Employers may value certifications related to Azure, Microsoft 365, identity, security, or administration, alongside practical experience.

  • How much do Microsoft Systems Engineer jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by experience, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, where available salary information and requirements are listed with each opportunity.

  • Where can I find Microsoft Systems Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Microsoft Systems Engineer listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare job responsibilities and qualifications to identify roles that fit your background.