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Description -
Job Summary
- This role is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust and scalable software systems for HP commercial PCs. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams, including software developers, system administrators, and project managers, to create solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure and deliver value to end-users. The role ensures the efficiency, reliability, and performance of software systems. The role provides guidance to other team members on developing validation execution plans for new technologies.
Responsibilities
- Focuses on delivering system software for the best customer experience.
- Oversees the installation, configuration, testing and maintenance of operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
- Monitors and tests application performance for potential bottlenecks, identifies possible solutions, and works with developers to implement those fixes.
- Optimizes software systems for performance, scalability, and resource efficiency to ensure optimal user experience.
- Gathers all the system engineering requirements for the infrastructure components by working with engineering groups and other stakeholders.
- Leads multiple project teams of other software systems engineers responsible for all stages of design and development for complex products and platforms, including solution design, analysis, coding, testing, and integration.
- Manages and expands relationships with internal and outsourced development partners on software systems design and development.
- Reviews and evaluates designs and project activities for compliance with systems design and development guidelines and standards; provides tangible feedback to improve product quality and mitigate failure risk.
- Provides domain-specific expertise and overall software systems leadership and perspective to cross-organization projects, programs, and activities.
- Drives innovation and integration of new technologies into projects and activities in the software systems design organization.
- Provides guidance and mentoring to less- experienced staff members.
Education & Experience Recommended
- Four-year or Graduate Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
- Typically has 7-10 years of work experience, preferably in systems engineering, computer programming language, or a related field.
Preferred Certifications
- Certified Software Systems Engineer (CSSE)
- Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
Knowledge & Skills
- AI workloads and inferencing
- Agile Methodology
- Application Programming Interface (API)
- C++ (Programming Language)
- Computer Science
- Debugging
- Microservices
- Microsoft Azure
- Python (Programming Language)
- Scalability
- Software Development
- Software Engineering
- SQL (Programming Language)
- Windows 11 internals
Cross-Org Skills
- Effective Communication
- Results Orientation
- Learning Agility
- Digital Fluency
- Customer Centricity
Impact & Scope
- Impacts function and leads and/or provides expertise to functional project teams and may participate in cross-functional initiatives.
Complexity
- Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of multiple factors.
Disclaimer
- This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.
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Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) -
HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).
Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.
For more information, review HP’s EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: “ Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal "
Description -
Job Summary
- This role is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust and scalable software systems for HP commercial PCs. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams, including software developers, system administrators, and project managers, to create solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure and deliver value to end-users. The role ensures the efficiency, reliability, and performance of software systems. The role provides guidance to other team members on developing validation execution plans for new technologies.
Responsibilities
- Focuses on delivering system software for the best customer experience.
- Oversees the installation, configuration, testing and maintenance of operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
- Monitors and tests application performance for potential bottlenecks, identifies possible solutions, and works with developers to implement those fixes.
- Optimizes software systems for performance, scalability, and resource efficiency to ensure optimal user experience.
- Gathers all the system engineering requirements for the infrastructure components by working with engineering groups and other stakeholders.
- Leads multiple project teams of other software systems engineers responsible for all stages of design and development for complex products and platforms, including solution design, analysis, coding, testing, and integration.
- Manages and expands relationships with internal and outsourced development partners on software systems design and development.
- Reviews and evaluates designs and project activities for compliance with systems design and development guidelines and standards; provides tangible feedback to improve product quality and mitigate failure risk.
- Provides domain-specific expertise and overall software systems leadership and perspective to cross-organization projects, programs, and activities.
- Drives innovation and integration of new technologies into projects and activities in the software systems design organization.
- Provides guidance and mentoring to less- experienced staff members.
Education & Experience Recommended
- Four-year or Graduate Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
- Typically has 7-10 years of work experience, preferably in systems engineering, computer programming language, or a related field.
Preferred Certifications
- Certified Software Systems Engineer (CSSE)
- Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
Knowledge & Skills
- AI workloads and inferencing
- Agile Methodology
- Application Programming Interface (API)
- C++ (Programming Language)
- Computer Science
- Debugging
- Microservices
- Microsoft Azure
- Python (Programming Language)
- Scalability
- Software Development
- Software Engineering
- SQL (Programming Language)
- Windows 11 internals
Cross-Org Skills
- Effective Communication
- Results Orientation
- Learning Agility
- Digital Fluency
- Customer Centricity
Impact & Scope
- Impacts function and leads and/or provides expertise to functional project teams and may participate in cross-functional initiatives.
Complexity
- Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of multiple factors.
Disclaimer
- This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.
Job -
SoftwareSchedule -
Full timeShift -
No shift premium (United States of America)Travel -
Relocation -
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) -
HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).
Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.
For more information, review HP’s EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: “ Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal "
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in windows system administrator jobs.
- Three or more years of experience administering Windows Server in a domain environment
- Hands-on proficiency with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP
- Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V
- Familiarity with PowerShell scripting for automation and system management tasks
- Microsoft certification such as MD-102, AZ-800, or equivalent validated credential
- Experience with endpoint management tools and patch management processes
Tips for Your Windows System Administrator Job Search
Tailor your resume for Windows environments
List the specific Windows Server versions you've administered, not just 'Windows Server.' Hiring managers want to see 2016, 2019, and 2022 called out explicitly, along with your hands-on work with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy Objects.
Highlight certifications that filter applicants
Microsoft certifications like MD-102, AZ-800, or the older MCSA still appear as preferred qualifications in real postings. If you hold one, put it in your resume headline so it clears automated screening before a human ever reads your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists windows system administrator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by environment size and complexity
A 50-seat SMB role and a 10,000-seat enterprise role both say 'Windows System Administrator' but require very different skills. Filter for environment scale in the job description and match your resume bullet points to the complexity level they're actually hiring for.
Prepare for scenario-based technical interviews
Interviewers for this role routinely ask you to walk through a specific incident: a domain trust failure, a GPO not applying, a replication issue between domain controllers. Practice narrating your diagnostic process out loud, not just the fix, before your interview.
Negotiate by scoping the on-call and change-window expectations
Windows sysadmin roles often carry after-hours patching cycles and weekend maintenance windows. Before accepting an offer, ask how many change windows run per month and whether on-call compensation is built into the salary or paid separately.
Windows System Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most windows system administrators?
The most active employers for windows system administrators right now are Akina, Raytheon, and Edgewater Federal Solutions, and the most openings are in Maryland, Virginia, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest at mid-size enterprises, government contractors, and healthcare systems that run large Windows domain environments.
How many windows system administrator jobs are remote?
About 31% of windows system administrator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with on-site roles still common wherever hands-on hardware access is required. Cloud-focused subsets of the role, particularly those centered on Azure AD and endpoint management, tend to have the highest share of fully remote postings.
How do you become a windows system administrator?
Start by building hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policy in a lab environment using free evaluation licenses from Microsoft. Earn an entry-level Microsoft certification to validate your skills, then apply for junior systems roles or help desk positions that give you domain administration exposure. Document every environment you manage and work toward progressively larger infrastructure responsibilities.
Can you get hired as a windows system administrator with little experience?
Yes, but you need to close the gap between your resume and the job requirements before you apply. Build a home lab running Windows Server, configure a domain controller, and set up Group Policy scenarios you can describe in an interview. Employers hiring for junior roles care more about whether you can demonstrate diagnostic thinking than whether your experience came from a corporate environment.
What does the windows system administrator interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a recruiter screen focused on your experience with specific Windows Server versions and tools, followed by a technical interview where you walk through real troubleshooting scenarios such as a replication failure or a GPO that isn't applying. Some employers add a practical skills assessment or ask you to review a mock incident ticket. Final rounds typically include a conversation with the IT manager about environment scale and team structure.
Where can I find and apply to windows system administrator jobs?
You can find and apply to windows system administrator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find the roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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