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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$78K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by supporting and enhancing plasma etch processes alongside cross-functional teams. Drive innovation through process development and optimize efficiencies from pilot stage to pro...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Drive supplier development excellence by leading a team focused on enhancing manufacturing capabilities and operational readiness. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure suppliers meet quality, cost...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive the development and support of aerospace investment castings, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust manufacturing processes and product quality throughout the lifecycle from...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Execute innovative engineering solutions, optimizing processes and controls to enhance product release efficiency while driving cost reductions and quality improvements. Collaborate with teams to deve...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $145K *

Drive the development of innovative cold chain packaging solutions, leading design, testing, and commercialization efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance and co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Optimize client compliance engagements by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with SOC 2, ISO 27001, and NIST CSF standards while driving operational excellence and fostering strong rel...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in advanced wastewater treatment. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle complex engineering challenges and drive innovative solutions for diverse proj...

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

$75K - $125K *

Empower innovation in wastewater treatment by applying advanced engineering techniques. Collaborate on diverse projects, tackling complex challenges while driving growth in a dynamic environment focus...

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower quality through engineering excellence and automation. Drive innovation by integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines, collaborating with teams to elevate software standards and preven...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $280K *

Drive innovation in regulated and sovereign environments as you lead a dedicated engineering team to streamline deployments, enhance compliance, and uplift operational practices while balancing regula...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading electrical engineering projects, conducting system studies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovati...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$240K - $280K *

Drive the evolution of regulated cloud environments, ensuring compliance while accelerating deployment speed. Lead a distributed team to standardize architectures and streamline operations across AWS...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $280K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and innovate regulated cloud environments, ensuring compliance and efficiency while managing engineers and optimizing platform deliveries. Shape accredited deployments acro...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $115K *

Lead the charge in driving cross-functional manufacturing projects, improving operational performance and product quality while ensuring timely and budget-compliant execution. Collaborate with various...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Unlock efficient material flow strategies to enhance production across multiple sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize logistics processes, ensuring timely d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Elevate your career by applying advanced water treatment techniques to solve complex engineering challenges. Lead multi-disciplinary teams in innovative projects focused on water quality and treatment...

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

$146K - $215K *

Empower supplier development by leading a team to enhance manufacturing capabilities, drive performance improvements, and ensure operational readiness for special processes and mechanical assembly, su...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Elevate supplier performance by leading a team focused on manufacturing excellence, capacity readiness, and strategic improvement initiatives to support business growth and operational maturity across...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Lead a team to enhance supplier capabilities in manufacturing and assembly. Drive performance improvements through strategic initiatives, ensuring operational readiness and alignment with business gro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance supplier capabilities and drive operational excellence. Collaborate across functions to ensure quality, cost, and delivery objectives are met while fostering continuous...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Elevate your career by leading supplier development initiatives, enhancing manufacturing capabilities, and driving operational excellence. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure supplier readiness a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Elevate supplier performance by leading a team focused on manufacturing excellence, capacity readiness, and operational maturity. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance supplier capabilities and suppo...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $125K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative automation solutions for clients. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and technical excellence in control...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and development of innovative industrial fan products, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure manufacturability and compliance with customer and regulatory standards while driving...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive engineering project success by planning, executing, and managing cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget while ensuring alignment with customer needs and corporate s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.