Senior Systems Engineer
About this opportunity
Your Role
In this pivotal role, you will serve as a global technical expert for Windows Server infrastructure, driving the reliability, security, and performance of critical systems that underpin operations worldwide. You will own the full lifecycle of Windows Server environments, from architecture and deployment through hardening, patch management, and vulnerability remediation, while leading automation initiatives that eliminate manual effort and elevate operational standards. You will act as the primary escalation point for complex infrastructure challenges, conducting root cause analysis and problem management to prevent recurrence. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will translate business requirements into scalable infrastructure solutions, represent the Windows domain in global audits, and champion disaster recovery planning and execution. Your expertise will also extend to datacenter governance, hardware asset management, and the deployment of monitoring capabilities for power, cooling, and environmental controls.
Who You Are
10 or more years of hands-on experience in Windows Server environments (2012 through 2025), with deep expertise in Hyper-V, VMware, storage, networking, and security hardening.
Proven ability to design and implement automation solutions using tools such as Ansible, PowerShell, or equivalent scripting frameworks to reduce manual effort at scale.
Strong background in patch and vulnerability management for Windows Server and virtualization infrastructure, with the ability to interpret and act on vulnerability data.
Experience in datacenter operations, including hardware lifecycle management, asset tracking, and environmental monitoring for power and cooling systems.
Solid understanding of IT service management frameworks (ITSM/ITIL), change management processes, and audit readiness in enterprise environments.
Familiarity with cloud technologies and hybrid infrastructure concepts, including experience with platforms such as Azure Arc or equivalent cloud management tooling.
Demonstrated ability to apply AI and machine learning technologies for predictive maintenance and advanced infrastructure troubleshooting.
Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to document complex processes clearly and engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Advanced to fluent English
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How this role compares
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We currently track 393 comparable Senior Information Technology roles across 49 biopharma companies.
Salary context
61 of 393 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)
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Seniority mix
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Therapeutic area mix
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