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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$100K - $120K *

Manage and optimize complex virtual infrastructure across cloud and on-prem environments. Ensure high availability, scalability, and security through proactive lifecycle management and performance mon...

New Cumberland, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Explore a dynamic role managing complex virtual infrastructures across diverse cloud environments. Ensure system stability and optimize operations through proactive monitoring and lifecycle management...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform virtual infrastructure management by optimizing, securing, and maintaining complex environments across on-premises and cloud platforms. Leverage your expertise to ensure system stability and...

Dayton, PARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing and optimizing hybrid cloud infrastructures, ensuring system stability and security, while supporting operational efficiency and disaster recovery in complex virtualize...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead and optimize our virtualized infrastructure management across diverse cloud environments. Ensure system stability, security, and high availability through advanced monitoring and proactive disast...

Philadelphia, PARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$121K - $178K *

Join a team that's architecting and optimizing scalable storage solutions for AI and HPC workloads, ensuring performance and data integrity across distributed systems while collaborating with engineer...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $195K *

Join a team that's shaping the user experience of a cutting-edge platform. As a Senior Software Engineer, you’ll lead front-end architecture for a scalable web application, collaborating closely with...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $87K *

Shape the future of technology with your systems administration expertise. Collaborate on innovative projects, support multi-office initiatives, and ensure optimal system performance while thriving in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud operations by leading a cross-product SRE team. You'll manage AWS GovCloud environments, ensuring reliability and compliance while empowering feature teams to focus...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by designing secure cloud infrastructure and automating DevSecOps processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliable, scalable environments for modern applications and machine le...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate cloud security by enhancing Microsoft Azure environments. Collaborate on governance, vulnerability remediation, and security reporting to ensure compliance with best practices and improve over...

Winnipeg, MBIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by enhancing the security of Microsoft Azure environments. Collaborate on governance, vulnerability remediation, and security reporting to ensure compliance with best practices in a f...

Halifax, NSIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Tackle the challenge of enhancing security in Microsoft Azure environments. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices, manage vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance while producing clear docu...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing Azure cloud security by implementing best practices, managing vulnerabilities, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to strengthen security posture and produce c...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate to enhance the security posture of Microsoft Azure environments. You'll implement security controls, manage vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance while producing clear documentation and r...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate cloud security by enhancing Microsoft Azure environments. Collaborate on governance, vulnerability remediation, and security reporting to ensure compliance with best practices and improve over...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate cloud security by enhancing Microsoft Azure environments through proactive governance, vulnerability remediation, and compliance measures. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices an...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security for Microsoft Azure environments. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices, manage vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance while producing clear document...

Regina, SKIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career as you enhance security in Microsoft Azure environments. Collaborate on governance, vulnerability remediation, and reporting to ensure best practices in cloud security. Join a dyna...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate cloud security by enhancing Microsoft Azure environments. Collaborate on governance, vulnerability remediation, and security reporting to ensure compliance with best practices and strengthen o...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud security in Microsoft Azure. You'll implement security measures, manage vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance, all while collaborating with stakeholder...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion the security of Microsoft Azure environments by enhancing governance, remediating vulnerabilities, and implementing best practices. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and maintain a...

Sherbrooke, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform cloud security by enhancing Microsoft Azure environments. Collaborate on governance, vulnerability remediation, and security reporting to uphold best practices and ensure robust protection a...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer cloud security excellence by enhancing Microsoft Azure environments. Collaborate on security governance, vulnerability remediation, and compliance to ensure robust cloud infrastructure and adh...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of cloud security by enhancing Microsoft Azure environments. Collaborate on security governance, vulnerability remediation, and proactive measures to ensure compliance and best practi...

Gatineau, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.