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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Enterprise Platform Engineer - **Company:** TEKSYSTEMS INC. - **Location:** Irving, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $133,120.0 - $141,440.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Computing Platforms, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Continuous Integration, Data Centers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Middleware, High-Level Architecture, IP Address Management, Windows Servers, Name Server, Windows PowerShell, Virtualization Technology, VMware Virtualization, VMware VSphere, Google Cloud, Load Balancing, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Information Technology, Patch Management, Terraform, Vmware - **Published:** July 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gka7zi ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience. + 5 to 8+ years of experience in Windows infrastructure engineering or system administration. + Strong hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, and enterprise infrastructure services. + Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware preferred). + Experience operating in hybrid environments (on-prem + cloud). Preferred Qualifications: + Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and cloud-based compute platforms. + Experience with enterprise load balancing solutions (F5, AVI, cloud-native LB). + Strong PowerShell scripting and automation experience. + Experience with Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD practices. + Experience supporting enterprise-scale infrastructure and migration programs. + Exposure to FinOps, capacity planning, and infrastructure optimization. Required Licenses or Certifications: + Win certifications + Azure, AWS, GCP certifications + Any technical certifications ## Description The Windows Platform Engineer is responsible for designing, engineering, and operating enterprise Windows-based compute platforms across a hybrid environment including on-prem data centers and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role focuses on Windows Server engineering, VMware virtualization, and core infrastructure services including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and load balancing. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer capable of translating architectural designs into scalable, automated, and production-ready solutions while driving stability, standardization, and operational excellence across hybrid Windows environments. The current business need revolves around building a Technology Hub out of DFW, but eligible candidates can work out of the Rochester NY or Knoxville TN offices as well. Duties and Responsibilities: + Design, build, and support Windows-based computer platforms across hybrid environments (on-prem + GCP). + Engineer and manage Windows Server infrastructure including domain services, enterprise compute, and application hosting platforms. + Lead and execute infrastructure builds, upgrades, and migrations across environments (on-prem to cloud, cloud-to-cloud). + Architect and support Active Directory environments, including domain services, trust relationships, Group Policy design, and authentication services. + Own and manage core infrastructure services, including internal DNS, DHCP, IP address management, virtual IPs (VIPs), and load balancing solutions. + Design, implement, and troubleshoot DNS zones, DHCP scopes, and enterprise name resolution services. + Engineer and support load balancing solutions (enterprise and cloud-native) for application traffic distribution, availability, and failover. + Translate high-level architecture into deployable, production-ready infrastructure solutions. + Engineer and manage virtualization platforms, including VMware (vSphere/vCenter), and compute services within GCP (GCE). + Implement and mature Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, PowerShell, or similar automation frameworks. + Drive automation across provisioning, patching, configuration management, and operational workflows. + Lead root cause analysis (RCA) efforts for platform incidents and implement long-term remediation solutions. + Ensure compliance with enterprise security standards, patch management policies, and configuration baselines. + Collaborate with application, middleware, networking, and security teams to deliver integrated, resilient solutions. + Mentor junior analysts and engineers, promoting engineering best practices and operational discipline. + Participate in 24×7 on-call rotation, providing escalation support for critical infrastructure incidents. ## Related Videos - [Platform Engineering vs. DevOps Why not both?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/885-platform-engineering-vs-devops-why-not-both) - [Developer’s Perspective: Overview of the Tezos Blockchain Ecosystem](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/237-developer-s-perspective-overview-of-the-tezos-blockchain-ecosystem) - [Infrastructure as Code: The Developer's Secret Weapon](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1221-infrastructure-as-code-the-developer-s-secret-weapon) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Terraform for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/3-terraform-for-developers) - [Implementing Feature Environments with AWS and Terraform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/531-implementing-feature-environments-with-aws-and-terraform) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)