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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$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by enhancing cloud security and compliance. Collaborate with engineering to strengthen infrastructure, manage vulnerabilities, and automate processes, ensuring robust protection of...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$188K - $235K *

Join a team that's defining the future of data center architecture. Lead evaluations of next-generation technologies and integrate diverse engineering domains, guiding innovations from pilot to hypers...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate robust software solutions in a mission-critical environment, leveraging cloud services and big data analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and drive...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by designing and developing scalable software solutions in a cloud-based environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data processing and analytics capabilities...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $270K *

Shape the future of cloud computing and cybersecurity by collaborating with sales teams to deliver tailored technical solutions. Engage clients with product demonstrations and strategic guidance, whil...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $250K *

Engage customers as a dynamic Sales Engineer, driving adoption of innovative solutions through technical expertise, product demonstrations, and strong relationship-building. Join a collaborative team...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $250K *

Drive innovation in technical sales by leveraging cloud computing and cybersecurity expertise. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful product demonstrations and solutions that boost client engage...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to driving cloud security forward. As a Sales Engineer, you'll leverage your expertise to support clients, conduct demonstrations, and enhance sales strategies in a fast-p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $115K *

Lead the charge in providing comprehensive video conferencing support across diverse environments. Ensure seamless operation of laptops, printers, and A/V systems while driving incident management and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $270K *

Unlock potential by joining our dynamic team as a Cloud Platform Engineer, where you'll design and develop solutions in a hybrid environment, optimizing Cloud infrastructure and integrating cutting-ed...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $120K *

Explore your expertise in cloud security by establishing robust controls and integrating security into AI/ML workflows. Collaborate across teams to enhance compliance and protect sensitive data in gov...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $150K *

Engineer robust cloud identity solutions, automating access governance across hybrid environments. Manage AAA controls, integrate SSO, and enforce security policies using Terraform to enhance organiza...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform cloud capabilities by developing secure, scalable platforms and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish architecture, automate processes, and explore new technologies...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $145K *

Engage in the development of secure, high-quality software solutions that enhance healthcare data applications. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive innovation and operational efficiency while ensu...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $165K *

Join us to design and implement VMware NSX solutions in a mission-critical environment. Leverage your expertise to enhance network security and performance while collaborating with cross-functional te...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity by providing expert engineering support throughout the system lifecycle, optimizing workflows, and addressing complex security challenges to ensure robust sy...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join us to deliver comprehensive security engineering support, optimizing workflows and resolving complex cybersecurity challenges throughout the system lifecycle. Your expertise will enhance secure s...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $117K *

Elevate your career by driving the evolution of development and release processes. Collaborate with teams to optimize solutions through automation, enhancing the SDLC stages and ensuring efficient ope...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of AI by designing and deploying innovative generative applications. Collaborate with diverse teams to tackle complex challenges, ensuring secure and scalable solutions that drive...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security and efficiency through DevSecOps practices. Drive the integration of Infrastructure as Code, mentor teams, and ensure high-performance, secure comput...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $300K *

Cogent Security is seeking a Founding- and Staff-level Data Platform Engineer to design and implement the foundational pillars of its data platform and integration pipeline. The role involves building...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative cloud solutions by automating and optimizing deployment processes as a key member of a dynamic team focused on enhancing software delivery and infrastructure reliability in a fast-p...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Create advanced simulation systems for robotics and embodied AI. Collaborate with teams to develop high-fidelity environments, enhance robot learning, and improve sim-to-real transfer, all while solvi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of server technology by leading technical collateral development, defining benchmarks, and creating proof of concepts. Collaborate with product managers and engineers to enhance produ...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovation in server technology as a System Engineer, leading technical collateral development and creating benchmarks. Collaborate with product teams to enhance product differentiation through...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.