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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$88K - $105K *

Transform site operations through engineering expertise, project management, and process improvement. Drive cost efficiency and enhance safety standards while supporting regulatory compliance and oper...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive process engineering initiatives by optimizing manufacturing systems to enhance cost efficiency, sustainability, and best practices. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, effective production wh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that’s leading the charge in developing complex enterprise applications. Drive the transformation to microservices architectures, enhance existing systems, and collaborate with stakeholder...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading process optimization initiatives in mineral processing. Drive project scope, design, and implementation while enhancing yield, recovery, and cost-efficiency within a collab...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $119K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative packaging projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive engineering solutions that enhance efficiency and safety in the food an...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Transform global manufacturing through advanced process control expertise, optimizing production and sustainability. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement innovative solutions that enhance opera...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform project execution by leading capital initiatives, ensuring safety, compliance, and quality. Collaborate with teams to define project scopes, manage resources, and achieve milestones while ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $125K *

Innovate within advanced materials engineering by planning and executing research, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving projects in additive manufacturing and advanced technologies t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Transform submarine production by optimizing facilities and layouts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and readiness, ensuring that construction meets evolving program dema...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead innovative manufacturing projects in a dynamic environment, driving quality and efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and implement improvements, ensuring successful har...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $107K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading process optimization and safety initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvemen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Shape operational excellence by leading a dynamic team in materials planning and execution for Engineered-to-Order manufacturing, ensuring timely delivery and optimal resource utilization while foster...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $93K *

Elevate quality assurance standards by overseeing inspections, documentation, and compliance in project execution. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to specifications and enhance product qual...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career with a pivotal role in large-scale capital projects, ensuring technical excellence and project integrity. Collaborate across disciplines to drive success while managing scope, s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$153K - $203K *

Shape the future of large-scale capital projects by serving as the technical backbone, ensuring seamless communication across engineering teams while maintaining quality, budget, and schedule adherenc...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing multi-discipline engineering teams to deliver high-quality projects in the oil and gas sector, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and client satisfaction while fostering safe...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$165K - $194K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate data-driven solutions that optimize production and enhance workflows in US onshore operations. Collaborate with engineers and operators to tackle enterprise-level chall...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform engineering excellence by leading a dynamic team, driving innovation, and ensuring compliance. Foster a culture of continuous improvement while meeting customer and company standards in prod...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing enterprise processes through innovative engineering methodologies and collaborative project facilitation, ensuring seamless integration across multiple teams...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Inspire innovation as you lead the design and delivery of advanced process systems for diverse industrial projects, ensuring high-quality engineering solutions and effective team collaboration through...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and delivery of innovative process systems for advanced manufacturing and biopharmaceutical projects. Provide technical leadership and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensur...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative solutions as a Senior Process Engineer, leading diverse projects in industrial water and power sectors. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance efficiency, safety, and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $154K *

Optimize operations by leading continuous improvement initiatives across North America. Collaborate with teams to implement lean management systems, enhance efficiency, and drive productivity while fo...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $167K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative engineering solutions for water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure technical excellence, compliance, and client satisfaction wh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$73K - $109K *

Elevate your career by managing mechanical engineering projects from initiation to completion, ensuring efficient and safe execution of capital projects in manufacturing environments, while providing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.