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# Windows Platform Engineer - Outside IR35

- **Company:** SDL
- **Location:** UK
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Systems Engineering, BIOS, Firmware, Windows PowerShell, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Software Vulnerability Management, Deployment Automation, Industrial Software
- **Published:** September 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2989289414-2

## About the Role

* Strong Microsoft Windows Enterprise/LTSC experience.
 * Windows deployment, imaging, provisioning or endpoint management.
 * Strong PowerShell/automation experience.
 * Excellent troubleshooting and technical investigation skills.
 * Experience working with Windows-based products, industrial systems, automation, laboratory equipment or manufacturing environments.

This role would suit a Windows Platform, Deployment, IT/OT or Systems Engineer who enjoys hands-on technical ownership and automation in a product-focused environment.

## Description

* Own the Windows platform, including OS, drivers, BIOS/firmware and software configuration.
 * Lead Windows lifecycle, patching, upgrades and vulnerability management.
 * Develop automated deployment and provisioning solutions using PowerShell and related technologies.
 * Manage hardware/software baselines and configuration traceability.
 * Investigate and resolve complex Windows, networking and device issues.
 * Work closely with Software Engineering, Manufacturing, Service and Quality teams.


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