Windows Systems Engineer

Elios Talent; San Rafael (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services provider seeks a skilled Windows Systems Engineer in California. This position offers a hybrid work model, requiring someone proficient in enterprise Windows environments, Azure services, and virtualization. Responsibilities include designing server environments and managing Azure AD. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience and strong troubleshooting skills. A Bachelor's degree is preferred but relevant experience is accepted in lieu.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Windows system engineering or enterprise administration.
• Strong experience with cloud services and Azure environments.
• Ability to design and document secure infrastructure solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy Windows server environments to support enterprise workloads.
• Administer Azure AD, MFA, SSO, and cloud services.
• Provide advanced technical support for hardware, software, and networking.

Skills

Windows system engineering

Azure AD/Entra ID

Virtualization management

PowerShell automation

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Hyper-V

VMware

SCCM

Intune

Job description

3 days onsite | 2 days remote

We’re looking for a Windows Systems Engineer who is highly skilled in enterprise Windows administration, Azure environments, and virtualization. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in hybrid infrastructure ecosystems—moving fluidly between on-prem environments, Azure services, and mission‑critical Windows server operations.

You’ll own configurations, deployments, AD/Azure identity management, virtualization management, backup/recovery operations, and escalated support across a fast‑paced environment. If you enjoy being the person who ensures systems stay performant, secure, resilient, and well‑architected, this role is a strong match.

🧩 What You’ll Do

• Design and deploy Windows server environments: Build and configure Windows 2012–2022 servers to support enterprise workloads and evolving business needs.
• Manage Azure AD / Entra ID and cloud services: Administer authentication policies, MFA/SSO, virtual machines, storage, networking, and supporting Azure IaaS/PaaS workloads.
• Lead system upgrades, migrations, and modernization efforts: Support Azure migration work, on‑prem server refreshes, and lifecycle initiatives across infrastructure components.
• Administer virtualization platforms: Manage Hyper‑V and VMware environments to ensure scalability, performance, and efficiency.
• Maintain system stability and security: Monitor, patch, tune, and remediate issues across Windows infrastructure, enforcing best practices and compliance requirements.
• Perform backup and recovery operations: Execute daily backup tasks, validate recovery processes, and ensure continuity readiness.
• Provide advanced (Tier 2/3) technical support: Troubleshoot issues across hardware, software, AD, networking, and cloud systems while documenting root cause and resolutions.
• Automate with PowerShell: Develop scripts to streamline deployments, maintenance, and operational processes.
• Develop and maintain documentation: Create runbooks, configuration guides, diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Participate in on‑call rotations and operational monitoring: Support after‑hours incidents, daily checks, and proactive system health analysis.

💡 What You Bring

• 5+ years of hands‑on Windows system engineering or enterprise administration experience.
• Strong experience with Azure AD/Entra ID, Office 365, and Azure IaaS/PaaS services.
• Proficiency managing Hyper‑V, VMware, and virtualized enterprise environments.
• Applied expertise with Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022.
• Strong PowerShell automation experience.
• Experience with SCCM, Intune, imaging, scripting, and endpoint management tools.
• Ability to design, document, and implement secure, scalable infrastructure solutions.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and performance optimization skills.
• Experience leading upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure enhancements.
• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated initiative, ownership, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• U.S. work authorization + valid driver’s license (TWIC required).
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; relevant experience accepted in lieu of degree.