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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$72K - $115K *

Manage and maintain network infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to troubleshoot issues and implement upgrades, while adhering to c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $115K *

Optimize network operations and configuration while ensuring seamless performance. Leverage your technical expertise to troubleshoot issues and maintain relationships with vendors, all within a dynami...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining IT infrastructure through modern application development and AI automation. This hybrid role involves cloud support, app integration, and innovative solutions, requiring...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $173K *

Unlock potential by leading systems engineering efforts, integrating and validating complex systems while managing performance metrics and ensuring supportability. Collaborate with cross-functional te...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$275K - $290K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Sales Engineering team, driving sales success through mentorship, strategic guidance, and effective collaboration. Ensure your team meets and exceeds quotas wh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Join the charge in optimizing enterprise systems by managing complex infrastructures, supporting project teams, and driving innovation in healthcare technology. Collaborate effectively to ensure seaml...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$136K *

Unlock your potential by designing and implementing enterprise IAM solutions, ensuring security through Zero Trust architecture while managing authentication and identity processes for critical state...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to empower customers by transforming technical challenges into seamless solutions. Leverage your engineering expertise to facilitate integration, customization, and troubleshooting, ensu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $198K *

Unlock the potential of our infrastructure by enhancing RHEL environments and automated deployment pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, secure, and scalable systems t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $135K *

Transform naval technology by designing cloud solutions and DevSecOps pipelines. Leverage your expertise in AWS and systems integration to support U.S. Navy programs, ensuring robust software developm...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$147K - $211K *

Join as a senior engineer to design and manage enterprise Cloud Desktop solutions like Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop, ensuring seamless, secure, and performant desktop experiences across varie...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Develop your career by engaging in critical system engineering tasks, working collaboratively with teams and users to ensure effective solutions, performance evaluation, and requirements management in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$1K - $500K+*

Transform your career by managing cloud systems and VDI platforms. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance infrastructure, automate processes, and ensure security across government and commercial environ...

1 week ago

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

$1K - $500K+*

Empower cloud infrastructure by managing Windows servers and VDI platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, automate processes, and ensure compliance in both commercial and government e...

1 week ago

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

$1K - $500K+*

Elevate your career by managing Azure and VDI environments, optimizing cloud operations, and enhancing user experiences. Collaborate with IT teams to drive automation and modernization, ensuring secur...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Join our team to collaborate on FAA programs while enhancing your skills. You'll design, develop, and maintain innovative software solutions that drive mission success in a supportive, growth-oriented...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting national security through engineering excellence. Contribute to the Sentinel program by managing requirements and performing architectural duties to ensure s...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Champion the integration of hybrid cloud infrastructure, overseeing Azure Local and Government environments. Drive operational resilience and documentation while managing critical systems, backups, an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$285K - $325K *

Accelerate progress at managing and securing a diverse device fleet, ensuring compliance and automation while collaborating across teams to enhance endpoint performance and security for all users...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$285K - $325K *

Elevate security and efficiency by owning the endpoint platform, managing device configurations, and automating operations for thousands of macOS and Linux devices while ensuring compliance and collab...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$285K - $325K *

Shape the future of endpoint management by owning a secure, scalable platform that ensures thousands of devices are configured, patched, and compliant. Collaborate across teams to automate processes a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$285K - $325K *

Transform our endpoint management by owning the MDM platform, automating device configurations, and ensuring security compliance across thousands of macOS and Linux devices. Collaborate with teams to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$285K - $325K *

Elevate your career by owning the endpoint platform, managing device configurations, and automating security processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and enhance user experience while ma...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $227K *

Lead a team in delivering complex software through Infrastructure and DevSecOps practices. Collaborate on cloud solutions and automation, utilizing tools like AWS, Terraform, and CI/CD, while enhancin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to support and enhance critical network systems for government operations. You'll manage daily operations, provide technical support, and ensure security compliance while collaborating o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.