Windows Expert / Windows Platform Engineer (f/m)

We are looking for an experienced Windows Expert / Windows Platform Engineer to join a technology team responsible for the development, automation, and maintenance of the Windows Server platform.

This role combines deep Windows Server and Microsoft infrastructure expertise with modern automation, CI/CD, and hybrid cloud technologies. We are looking for someone who can not only administer Windows environments but also automate processes, solve complex infrastructure challenges, and support cloud migrations.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement automation processes using PowerShell and CI/CD technologies.

Design and implement Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and security baselines.

Act as the Windows OS specialist, with a strong understanding of the surrounding infrastructure, including networking, storage, virtualization, and Active Directory.

Support the automated creation and deployment of new Windows OS images.

Support and advise on on-premises to cloud migrations, particularly Azure/GCP.

Manage and develop Active Directory, including domain structures, replication, access control, and policy deployment.

Configure and troubleshoot core network services, including DNS, DHCP, and IP routing.

Provide advanced troubleshooting and system administration support for Windows environments.

Support Disaster Recovery, backup, failover clustering, and Business Continuity solutions.

Work closely with the Platform Owner and Scrum team on the engineering backlog.

Create comprehensive technical documentation for end users, engineers, and architects.

Identify opportunities for platform improvements and automation.

Required Skills & Experience

Strong hands-on experience with PowerShell and infrastructure automation.

Strong expertise in Windows Server, particularly Windows Server 2019, 2022, and/or 2025.

Extensive experience with SCCM / Microsoft Configuration Manager (MECM).

Strong knowledge of Active Directory and Group Policy (GPO).

Practical experience with DNS, DHCP, and IP routing.

Experience with virtualization and enterprise IT infrastructure.

Experience with Git and CI/CD-related tools and processes.

Experience with hybrid cloud environments and at least one cloud platform, preferably Azure or GCP.

Advanced Windows troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge of backup, Disaster Recovery, failover clustering, and Business Continuity concepts.

Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment and with Jira.

Ability to create clear and comprehensive technical documentation.

Nice to HaveHands-on experience with Windows Server 2025.

Microsoft certifications related to Windows Server technologies.

Knowledge of Linux.

Experience with Python or other scripting/programming languages.

Experience with AI-based automation or self-healing infrastructure concepts.

Experience automating infrastructure deployments and cloud migrations.