Windows Systems Engineer Jobs

Discover Windows Systems Engineer opportunities with leading employers on Ladders. These professionals design, deploy, secure, and maintain Windows-based infrastructure that supports business-critical applications and services. Explore vetted positions paying $100,000 or more, from senior systems engineering roles to enterprise infrastructure leadership.

What Windows Systems Engineers Do

Windows Systems Engineers build and manage reliable IT environments across on-premises data centers, cloud platforms, and hybrid networks. Common responsibilities include administering Windows Server, managing Active Directory and identity services, troubleshooting complex infrastructure issues, improving system availability, and planning upgrades and migrations.

Skills and Technologies Employers Seek

Employers often look for deep experience with Windows Server, PowerShell, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, virtualization, and endpoint management. Depending on the organization, roles may also involve Azure, Microsoft 365, cloud infrastructure, configuration management, monitoring, backup and recovery, cybersecurity controls, and compliance. Automation, clear communication, and strong problem-solving skills are valuable across senior-level positions.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Windows Systems Engineers can advance into senior or lead engineering roles, infrastructure architecture, cloud engineering, security engineering, or IT management. Opportunities span industries that depend on secure, highly available technology environments, including finance, healthcare, government, technology, and professional services. Browse Ladders to find high-paying roles aligned with your technical expertise and career goals.

Find Windows Systems Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Explore Windows Systems Engineer listings, compare role requirements, and identify employers seeking experienced professionals to modernize and protect their infrastructure.

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$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity and IT programs across compliance, cloud, and application security. Collaborate with teams to implement secure practices in a hands-on role while driving ini...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $155K *

Transform the future of networking by leading hands-on system integration; design, implement, and optimize solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiencies and deliver top-tier operational...

Maryland, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$144K - $245K *

Lead the charge in enterprise architecture and cloud integration for a complex federal technology program, delivering innovative solutions through modernization and automation while ensuring secure an...

Reston, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $164K *

Lead and innovate security solutions, assess risks, ensure compliance, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance enterprise security frameworks in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver strategic projects seamlessly and on time. Manage complex schedules and resources, while ensuring quality and effective stakeholder communication in a dynamic, f...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud operations and customer support. Leverage your expertise in AWS, Terraform, and networking to design, build, and maintain robust hosting environments wh...

Raleigh, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and enhancing infrastructure solutions across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. Collaborate with teams and vendors to ensure security, reliability, and performa...

St. Louis, MORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead IT's AI-first transformation by driving vision, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, and ensuring platform uptime while empowering teams to adopt AI tools effectively across the organizatio...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead architectural design for large-scale hyperscale cloud data centers, overseeing projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative, compliant, and efficient...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

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

$156K - $234K *

Support innovation in data storage as a Senior Pre-Sales Systems Engineer. Collaborate with sales teams to craft technical solutions that solve customer challenges, ensuring exceptional service and dr...

California, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare integration by developing, implementing, and supporting complex systems. Collaborate with experts to optimize data flow and enhance security within a dynamic environment, focusing...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise solutions by leveraging Oracle Fusion expertise. Drive the design and implementation of scalable architectures, ensuring seamless integration and automation...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join us to architect and automate cloud-native infrastructures while engaging directly with clients. Leverage your expertise in AI and DevOps to drive strategic solutions that align technology with bu...

Florida, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $140K *

Partner with us to ensure technical success for customers deploying AI and GPU workloads, leveraging your expertise in performance optimization, architecture design, and technical relationship managem...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with impactful identity and access management solutions. Collaborate with teams and clients to enhance security and efficiency through innovative technology implementations and opera...

Tampa, FLRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $431K *

Champion the development of a cloud-native attestation platform, ensuring integrity and authenticity of systems at scale. Lead multi-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable cloud services with a...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $130K *

Innovate the future of cloud platforms by leading the design and operation of a secure, scalable infrastructure. Drive automation and enhance developer experience while collaborating with cross-functi...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $187K *

Innovate the future of AI security by designing and implementing robust defenses against adversarial threats, ensuring the integrity of AI systems while fostering innovation and collaboration across c...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $175K *

Transform product readiness and adoption through strategic change management and analytical insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless deployment and continuous improvement o...

Denver, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that designs and deploys lab environments for Cloud Security Posture Management using advanced OpenStack expertise. Contribute to testing and validating API-based security tools in multi-t...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead a skilled engineering team in a dynamic AWS environment to optimize cloud services, enhance infrastructure, and implement innovative solutions while ensuring compliance and security for federal o...

Raleigh, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$138K - $173K *

Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality software delivery. Lead and mentor a team of engineers while optimizing processes and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous impro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $204K *

Drive the advancement of data and AI capabilities by designing and delivering scalable software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement AI/ML technologies, ensuring system reli...

Connecticut, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive security excellence by managing AWS GovCloud environments and enhancing DevSecOps pipelines. Ensure compliance with NIST standards while integrating security controls for continuous protection a...

Scott Air Force Base, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to design and support enterprise infrastructure platforms focusing on automation, reliability, and security, while optimizing system performance and driving continuous improvement...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Windows Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    A Windows Systems Engineer designs, deploys, and supports Windows-based infrastructure. Responsibilities can include Windows Server administration, Active Directory management, automation, security, troubleshooting, and cloud or hybrid environment support.

  • What skills are commonly required for Windows Systems Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common requirements include Windows Server, PowerShell, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, virtualization, and infrastructure troubleshooting. Some roles also ask for Azure, Microsoft 365, endpoint management, cloud automation, or security and compliance experience.

  • How can I qualify for a senior Windows Systems Engineer role?question toggle

    Senior roles typically call for substantial hands-on experience managing enterprise environments, solving complex infrastructure problems, and improving reliability and security. Demonstrating automation expertise, cloud or hybrid infrastructure experience, and the ability to lead projects can strengthen your candidacy.

  • What career paths can follow a Windows Systems Engineer role?question toggle

    Potential paths include senior or lead systems engineering, infrastructure architecture, cloud engineering, security engineering, and IT management. The best direction depends on your interests and experience with infrastructure, cloud platforms, security, or team leadership.

  • Are Windows Systems Engineer jobs on Ladders high-paying?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Salary and eligibility vary by employer, location, seniority, and role requirements, so review each listing for details.