Windows Engineer
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Job description
We are currently partnering with our client to identify a talented german speaking Windows Engineer (m/w/d) in Bern.
This project is part of a large-scale digital transformation initiative supporting highly secure and mission-critical environments. The focus lies on the operation, stabilization, and continuous development of Microsoft-based platforms, including collaboration and messaging systems within a protected infrastructure.
In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of enterprise Windows environments, with a strong focus on Microsoft Exchange and automation practices. You will work in a collaborative setup alongside development and operations teams, contributing to the continuous improvement of platform services and processes.
Main Tasks
- Operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Microsoft Windows and Exchange environments in a secure infrastructure
- Administration and troubleshooting of Exchange services, including Mailflow, Transport, DAGs, OWA, MAPI, and Autodiscover
- Management and optimization of Active Directory environments and related services
- Ensuring compliance with security and data protection standards across all systems
- Monitoring and performance optimization of Windows and Exchange servers
- Automation of operational processes using PowerShell and DevOps tooling
- Collaboration with development and operations teams to enhance platform stability and efficiency
- Implementation and optimization of CI/CD processes and infrastructure automation
- Contribution to the evolution of a secure private cloud platform and collaboration services
Requirements
- Relevant education in Computer Science (EFZ, FH, HF, or University) or equivalent professional experience
- Strong experience in Windows Server administration and Microsoft-based infrastructures
- Proven expertise in Microsoft Exchange Server (administration, operation, and troubleshooting)
- Hands-on experience with Exchange services such as Mailflow, DAGs, OWA, MAPI, ECP, and Autodiscover
- Solid knowledge of Active Directory, including Exchange-related components
- Strong understanding of IT security and compliance standards (TLS, DKIM, SPF, DMARC, DLP, encryption, auditing, eDiscovery)
- Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation of operational tasks
- Understanding of networking fundamentals (firewalls, load balancers, security concepts)
- Practical experience with automation and configuration tools (e.g., GitLab, Ansible)
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation (GitOps principles)
- Fluent German (C2) and strong English (C1) required
Nice to Have
- Experience with ITIL processes and monitoring tools (e.g., Zabbix)
- Knowledge of LDAP / SSO integrations
- Experience with open-source mail gateways
- ServiceNow scripting experience
- Familiarity with agile frameworks (e.g., SAFe)
- Strong team spirit, communication skills, and a proactive mindset
- High level of discretion when working in secure environments