Windows Operation Engineer

Ecco
Indianapolis, IN, United States
16 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$104,000.0 - $124,800.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory Artificial Intelligence Amazon Web Services Build Automation Microsoft Azure Configuration Management System Configuration VMware ESX Servers Failover Clustering Identity and Access Management Windows Servers
+15 more
Windows PowerShell Ansible Server Administration Enterprise Software Applications System Availability Grafana HybridCloud Information Technology Vcenter Patch Management Splunk Ansible Tower Wsus Servicenow Vmware

Job description

As a Windows Platform Operations Engineer, you will play a key role in enabling global enterprise infrastructure operations by bringing your expertise in Windows administration, automation, and proactive system management. This onsite position focuses on driving operational excellence through the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, such as AIOps and event-driven automation, while supporting the modernization and reliability of mission-critical platforms.

  • Lead initiatives to eliminate recurring infrastructure issues using AIOps, automation, and observability frameworks.
  • Advance automation and cloud-centric projects to support key business objectives and transformation initiatives.
  • Design and implement predictive and automated monitoring for optimizing operational processes.
  • Administer and support Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, 2022) to ensure stability, performance, and compliance.
  • Conduct routine server administration: patching, configuration management, and compliance monitoring to uphold standards.
  • Troubleshoot complex operating system and hardware issues, working closely with internal teams and technology vendors.
  • Administer Microsoft Active Directory, Group Policy, and domain services for effective identity management and security.
  • Monitor, tune, and optimize server resources for high availability and performance within diverse and dynamic workloads.
  • Develop and manage Ansible playbooks for system configuration, patching, and deployment tasks.
  • Create, update, and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate recurring operational activities.
  • Implement and support automation solutions using Ansible (including Tower/AWX), WSUS, and related technologies.
  • Apply artificial intelligence-enabled automation tools (such as Claude Code or Codex) to enhance engineering and support operations.
  • Utilize ITIL-aligned processes, leveraging ServiceNow for incident, problem, and change management activities.
  • Lead critical incident resolution and perform root cause analysis to minimize downtime and service interruptions.
  • Execute and oversee infrastructure changes in production, ensuring minimal risk and disruption to users and applications.
  • Provide technical guidance and leadership during enterprise infrastructure deployments and upgrades across the organization’s global footprint.
  • Champion initiatives that boost large scale infrastructure availability, resiliency, and operational process maturity.

Requirements

  • 5-7+ years of experience as a Windows Server or Platform Engineer in enterprise environments.
  • Demonstrated expertise deploying, administering, and supporting Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022 at scale.
  • In-depth experience with Microsoft Active Directory, Group Policy management, and WSUS patch management.
  • Strong proficiency in PowerShell scripting for operational automation and efficiency.
  • Professional experience with automation/configuration management using Ansible and Ansible Tower or AWX.
  • Background with VMware vCenter or comparable virtualization solutions for server deployment and maintenance.
  • Experience leveraging monitoring platforms such as Splunk or similar observability tools.
  • Good understanding of backup/recovery strategies and endpoint security configuration for enterprise systems.
  • Hands-on expertise supporting Windows Failover Clustering for HA mission-critical workloads.
  • Experience with server build automation, operational troubleshooting, and root cause analysis methodologies.
  • Familiarity with public and hybrid cloud environments (Azure, AWS) and migration best practices.
  • Proven experience applying AIOps and AI-driven automation tools to enhance operational processes and workflows.
  • Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively in fast-paced, agile, and team-oriented environments.

Preferred Skills:

  • Track record managing or supporting large-scale global VMware ESX infrastructures.
  • Understanding of infrastructure platforms supporting AI/ML workloads.
  • Experience leading multi-region enterprise infrastructure deployments and upgrades.

Key Tools and Technologies:

  • Windows Server (2016, 2019, 2022), Active Directory, Group Policy, WSUS
  • PowerShell, Ansible, Ansible Tower, AWX
  • VMware vCenter, Azure, AWS
  • Splunk, ServiceNow
  • Windows Failover Clustering, Backup/Recovery solutions
  • Artificial Intelligence-enabled automation tools including Claude Code, Codex, * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field (or equivalent work experience).

Benefits & conditions

$50 - $60 an hour - Full-time, Contract, Pulled from the full job description

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance, * 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

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