Senior Windows Server Systems Engineer ( 3-6 years) , Bangalore

Job Description

As a Senior Windows Server Engineer, you will build, implement, and maintain the Windows Server platform across a large-scale environment (3,000+ servers). You will execute the patching, imaging, deployment, and virtualization standards for the fleet — turning architecture and design into working, reliable infrastructure. This is a hands-on senior engineering role focused on Windows Server, not an endpoint/desktop or help-desk operations role. You will own implementation and complex troubleshooting, and serve as a strong technical contributor rather than the fleet-wide design authority.

Qualifications

Implement and maintain the enterprise patching solution (SCCM/MECM or equivalent) across 3,000+ servers, including running patch cycles, monitoring compliance, and remediating failuresBuild and maintain Windows Server gold images against established baselines; test, validate, and publish image updatesExecute standardized server deployments and provisioning workflows; ensure new builds conform to platform standardsOperate and support server virtualization on Hyper-V (preferred) and/or VMware — VM provisioning, host maintenance, and troubleshootingMonitor and report on patch compliance against SLAs; drive remediation of non-compliant hostsSupport vulnerability remediation by working from scanner output (Qualys, Tenable, Rapid7) and applying patches and hardening fixesDevelop and maintain automation for patching, provisioning, configuration, and reporting using PowerShellPerform advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis on Windows Server issues across the fleetSupport Active Directory-related server tasks (domain-join automation, GPO application, DNS) as they apply to server infrastructureContribute to standards and documentation, and provide guidance to junior engineers and operations staff

Required Skills & Experience

Strong hands-on experience administering Windows Server (2016/2019/2022 and newer) at scalePractical experience operating an enterprise patching/configuration tool such as SCCM/MECM (Current Branch) or comparableExperience building or maintaining Windows Server images and executing standardized deploymentsWorking knowledge of virtualization: Hyper-V (preferred) and/or VMware vSphere — provisioning, maintenance, and troubleshootingProficient PowerShell scripting for automation and reporting; exposure to Infrastructure-as-Code or configuration management (DSC, Ansible, Terraform) is a plusSolid Active Directory, GPO, DNS, and Windows networking fundamentalsFamiliarity with vulnerability scanners (Qualys, Tenable, Rapid7) and security hardening baselines (CIS, DISA STIG)

General Skills & Competencies

Self-directed and able to manage assigned workstreams with limited oversightStrong troubleshooting mindset and attention to detail under SLA pressureClear written and verbal communication; able to document work and explain technical issues to peers and leadershipCollaborative team contributor; mentors junior staff and shares knowledgeKeeps current with Windows Server and virtualization technologies

Experience Required

6+ years in Windows Server infrastructure engineering, including hands-on work with enterprise patching, imaging, and virtualization at scale (hundreds to thousands of servers)

Certifications Preferred

Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-800/AZ-801)Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) — for hybrid/cloud environmentsVMware VCP-DCV or equivalent Hyper-V/virtualization credential

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.