Systems Engineer - Windows , Region Services
Summary
Systems Engineer at AWS Region Services who designs, implements, and automates Windows infrastructure at enterprise scale — building Infrastructure as Code, managing Active Directory, and writing PowerShell/Python automation for a large server fleet supporting highly secure, isolated Australian regions.
About the role
The Systems Engineer leads the design, implementation, and automation of complex Windows infrastructure solutions across multiple environments. This role serves as the technical specialist for infrastructure automation, system architecture, and enterprise-scale Windows environment management, focusing on developing automated solutions for managing large server fleet.
Key responsibilities
Design and implement automated solutions for Windows infrastructure deployment and management
Architect and maintain Active Directory and domain controller infrastructure across multiple security domains
Develop comprehensive Infrastructure as Code templates for Windows environments
Create automated workflows for system administration using PowerShell, Python, and other automation tools
Design and implement scalable solutions for meeting rooms, video walls, and enterprise printing services
Lead technical initiatives for infrastructure improvements and automation
Mentor junior engineers on automation best practices and Windows infrastructure management
About you
5+ years of systems engineering experience
Experience in site reliability engineering (SRE), systems engineering, systems administration, DevOps, security administration, or network administration
Experience with Active Directory, or experience deploying, managing, and optimizing Microsoft Windows Server
Knowledge of TCP/IP and networking protocols such as HTTP and DNS
Experience designing and developing scripts to automate operational burdens and reviewing scripting changes to ensure they meet the standards for maintainability, scalability and security
Experience working in 24/7 production environment
Experience with service-oriented architecture and web services
Australian citizen and hold or be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance with the ability to successfully complete an Organisational Suitability Assessment
About us
The AWS Region Services team combines AWS global cloud leadership with Australian security expertise to deliver highly secure, scalable environments for sensitive workloads. Region Services provides the highest caliber Operational Solutions and Cleared Support for services within our Regions. We provide 'hands on keyboard' support to our service teams by deploying changes into these isolated regions, monitoring the results, and reporting any issues that are observed.
Benefits
Work/life harmony and flexibility as part of working culture
Mentorship and career growth opportunities
Inclusive team culture with employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups
Continuous learning and knowledge-sharing resources
