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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$110K - $130K *

Transform application deployment by collaborating with teams to streamline processes, enhance automation, and ensure high-quality releases across environments while mentoring junior members and drivin...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's crafting innovative AI solutions through cutting-edge architecture and software engineering, leveraging advanced frameworks to revolutionize user interactions in diverse application...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in a dynamic environment, integrating complex software and technology capabilities. Collaborate with diverse teams to tackle technical challenges, ensuring successful oper...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $90K *

Empower innovation at an agile tech team specializing in cloud-based solutions and DevOps practices, focusing on automation, containerization, and collaboration to enhance software development lifecyc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development of scalable internal web applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and user experience while adhering to modern engineering practi...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of automated deployment pipelines and improving continuous integration processes while collaborating with diverse IT teams to enhance operational efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Help us maintain and optimize our Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops environment, ensuring high availability and performance. This role involves troubleshooting, planning, and supporting critical health...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$139K - $203K *

Lead the delivery of complex software projects, enhancing engineering standards and resolving system issues. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and maintain high-performance data systems whi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $155K *

Optimize your career as you lead cloud transformation initiatives, collaborate with teams to enhance DevOps practices, and ensure secure, efficient deployment of applications and infrastructure in dyn...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $245K *

Invent impactful solutions in a dynamic, hybrid environment. Join a team of engineers focused on developing next-gen infrastructure that powers AI/ML workloads through open-source technologies and lar...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by leading the design and management of enterprise cloud and network platforms. Drive automation and operational excellence while ensuring security and compliance across Microso...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Champion security initiatives by designing and managing on-premises Kubernetes platforms, ensuring robust protection and operational excellence across enterprise systems while collaborating with cross...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Pioneer cloud engineering solutions by optimizing performance and reliability. Collaborate with teams to design and implement cloud technologies, ensuring six sigma standards and continuous improvemen...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$218K - $480K *

Drive the future of GPU computing by leading Linux kernel architecture and OS development. Collaborate across teams to ensure performance, reliability, and security while mentoring engineers and guidi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engineer solutions that optimize DevOps processes, utilizing tools like Terraform and Kubernetes. Collaborate within cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance infrastructure automation in a dynam...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Develop and engineer innovative full-stack applications, modernizing legacy systems and utilizing cutting-edge technologies like Vue.js and React to deliver dynamic solutions that transform how users...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$50K - $180K *

Drive success in aviation engineering by performing diverse implementation tasks and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance air traffic systems while ensuring quality and timeliness in project del...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of infrastructure and software development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and operate scalable Kubernetes-native platforms that supp...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by designing and maintaining cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability and security for applications. Collaborate with a dynamic team to implement best practices in a fast...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Systems Administrator, managing enterprise server environments, enhancing system performance, and collaborating with technical teams to ensure operational excellence and sec...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $237K *

Join a dynamic team pioneering AI infrastructure solutions. You will lead the design, governance, and automation of secure multi-cloud foundations to support scalable, enterprise-grade AI operations...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Optimize and implement secure, scalable infrastructure solutions across Windows, Citrix, AWS, and Azure. Collaborate with teams to drive automation and design zero-trust architectures, enhancing infra...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Unlock potential by architecting and implementing secure, scalable infrastructure solutions across diverse environments, driving automation and collaboration to enhance operational efficiency and secu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Optimize and implement scalable, secure infrastructure solutions across Windows, Citrix, AWS, and Azure. Drive automation and collaborate with teams to design zero-trust architectures, enhancing infra...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Drive the evolution of scalable backend systems to enhance AI-native features across platforms. Take ownership of architecture, set engineering standards, and ensure high reliability while collaborati...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.