- Company Name
- Euroclear
- Job Title
- Senior Windows Automation Engineer
- Job Description
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**Job Title**
Senior Windows Automation Engineer
**Role Summary**
Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of automated Windows server provisioning, patching, and software deployment solutions. Ensure the stability, performance, and compliance of the Windows infrastructure across a multi‑generation environment, leveraging CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure‑as‑code, and advanced scripting.
**Expectations**
- Own end‑to‑end automation projects with autonomy and accountability.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to refine high‑level design documents.
- Deliver quality, maintainable solutions that align with enterprise standards.
- Resolve complex issues across Windows Server 2012‑2025 and associated environments.
- Work effectively in Agile teams and meet tight deadlines.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Design and maintain automated provisioning workflows using Ansible, Terraform, and PowerShell.
- Manage patch deployment via WSUS, GPOs, and custom scripts, following gradual roll‑out strategies.
- Implement and maintain monitoring and performance tuning for Windows infrastructure.
- Produce clear technical documentation, design specs, and test plans.
- Troubleshoot and resolve incidents across Windows servers, VMware/Nutanix, and networking components.
- Integrate and develop APIs and automation frameworks to support cross‑platform workflows.
- Maintain CI/CD pipelines and version‑control repositories.
**Required Skills**
- Deep expertise in Microsoft Windows Server, WSUS, GPO, Active Directory.
- Proficient in Ansible, PowerShell, PowerCLI, Python, Git.
- Experience with Terraform, VMware, and Nutanix (preferred).
- Strong networking fundamentals and troubleshooting skills.
- Advanced scripting and automation for Windows and remote Linux environments.
- Familiarity with CI/CD, version control, and DevOps practices.
- Ability to document and communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
- Methodical, organized, proactive work style with a growth mindset.
- Experience working in Agile teams and managing multiple priorities.
**Required Education & Certifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Relevant certifications preferred: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Ansible Automation Engineer, or equivalent.