Windows Engineer at Jersey City, NJ (Onsite)

Job Description

Job DescriptionRole Overview

We are seeking a Senior Windows Server DevOps Engineer to lead the design, automation, and modernization of our global infrastructure. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with deep expertise in Windows Server technologies, Active Directory, and infrastructure automation. You will play a key role in shaping our infrastructure strategy, driving DevOps practices, and enabling scalable, secure, and efficient server deployments across on-premises and cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Architecture & Engineering

· Lead the Windows Server platform strategy, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and security standards.

· Design and implement scalable, secure Active Directory and DNS/DHCP solutions.

· Develop and enforce infrastructure design standards, automation frameworks, and configuration baselines.

· Architect and maintain hybrid infrastructure solutions across VMware and AWS.

Automation & DevOps Enablement

· Build and maintain automated server provisioning pipelines using tools like PowerShell, Packer, and MDT.

· Drive adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevOps practices across the Windows platform.

· Automate SQL Server deployments and other infrastructure components to reduce manual effort and improve consistency.

Platform Strategy & Optimization

· Lead capacity planning, performance tuning, and proactive monitoring initiatives.

· Evaluate and integrate new tools and technologies to enhance platform capabilities.

· Design and implement resilient disaster recovery and high-availability solutions.

Collaboration & Leadership

· Partner with application teams to ensure infrastructure solutions meet business needs.

· Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing across global teams.

· Collaborate with security, compliance, and audit teams to ensure regulatory alignment.

Required Skills & Experience

· 8+ years of experience in Windows Server engineering and architecture.

· 8+ years of hands-on experience with Active Directory in multi-site/multi-domain environments.

· Strong PowerShell scripting and automation skills.

· Experience with System Center (SCCM, SCOM), MDT, and Orchestrator.

· Deep knowledge of DNS/DHCP/IPAM (Infoblox, Microsoft, or similar).

· Experience with AD Certificate Services, ADFS, AD RMS, and identity management.

· Familiarity with hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure), virtualization (VMware, Cisco UCS) and physical servers.

· Strong documentation and troubleshooting skills.

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience with Packer, Varonis, and Quest AD tools.

· Working knowledge of networking fundamentals (routing, switching, firewalls).

· Exposure to Linux systems for identity integration.

· Microsoft certifications (MCSE, MCM, MCA) preferred.

· Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.