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 *

Unlock potential by guiding clients in implementing and managing AWS cloud solutions. Utilize your expertise in architecture, deployment, and optimization while fostering client relationships in a dyn...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by supporting managed services infrastructure, ensuring seamless incident response, systems administration, and network troubleshooting while collaborating with internal t...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $125K *

Explore your potential as a Software Architect, designing and enhancing build systems and delivery platforms. Collaborate with teams to implement CI/CD practices and ensure high-quality software deliv...

CanadaRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $203K *

Transform enterprise architecture by designing and implementing robust systems that align with mission requirements, ensuring stability and scalability while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by bridging development and security, ensuring rapid and compliant software delivery. This role focuses on automating security within CI/CD pipelines, enhancing infrastructure, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Discover innovative solutions by providing remote and on-site client support. Tackle technical challenges, optimize platforms, and enhance customer satisfaction through expert troubleshooting in a dyn...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $180K *

Transform infrastructure design by leading complex data center initiatives, driving technical standards, and mentoring teams. Collaborate across functions to enhance operational excellence and innovat...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $180K *

Shape the future of data center design by leading complex infrastructure initiatives, enforcing engineering standards, and mentoring teams to drive innovation and operational excellence across multipl...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $180K *

Shape the future of data center design by leading complex infrastructure initiatives, enforcing engineering standards, and mentoring teams to drive innovation and operational excellence across multipl...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to implement and optimize CrowdStrike Falcon deployments, ensuring robust endpoint security and compliance with federal requirements while leading advanced threat detection and inc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic IT team as you lead a multidisciplinary group in managing a large-scale private-cloud environment, ensuring operational excellence and driving continual service improvement across vario...

Georgia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $240K *

Unlock the full potential of the DevOps lifecycle by modernizing infrastructure, supporting CI/CD environments, and enhancing automation with cloud technologies and containerization. Collaborate on tr...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by enhancing PAM solutions, collaborating with senior engineers and stakeholders to ensure robust security measures and seamless operations across environments, while...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Transform cloud infrastructure governance by owning the IaC execution platform and cloud network foundation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust access controls, streamline ope...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Architect the future of cloud infrastructure by defining an innovative governance model, streamlining workflows, and enabling self-service capabilities that empower thousands of engineers while ensuri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of our cloud infrastructure by driving governance and access controls. Collaborate cross-functionally to create self-service pathways, enhancing security and operational efficiency wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Support mission-critical systems by administering and optimizing Linux infrastructure, implementing automation, and ensuring security compliance in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to tro...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you support and optimize IT systems in complex enterprise environments. Leverage your expertise in Linux, HPC, and advanced networking to enhance mission-critical infrastructure...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate IT systems management by optimizing and supporting mission-critical infrastructure. Lead advanced troubleshooting in high-performance computing environments, ensuring seamless operations and e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of aviation technology by driving innovative cloud solutions that enhance FAA operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in the aviation sector while collaborating with diverse te...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K *

Transform the software development landscape by optimizing environments and integrating security practices. Collaborate with teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines and ensure robust deployment processes, co...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to modernizing critical systems while enhancing security practices. Contribute to the infrastructure, build, and deployment processes, collaborating with development teams...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing business applications and systems. You'll provide critical support, manage integrations, and ensure compliance while collaborating with various stakeholders...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to manage and support critical business applications, ensuring seamless integration and compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance system performance while upholding our value...

Val-d'or, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Champion security and automation in engineering by building robust infrastructure. Lead initiatives in runtime security, IAM, compliance, and incident response to ensure safe and efficient development...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.