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Junior Windows Engineer

Key Facts

Full time
Junior (1-2 years)
English

Other Skills

  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Customer Service
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
  • Communication

Roles & Responsibilities

  • 1-3 years of experience supporting Windows Server environments, preferably 2019 or newer.
  • Basic understanding of Windows 10 and 11 desktop operating systems.
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools like Dynatrace or similar.
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes.

Requirements:

  • Monitor and support Windows Server and desktop environments daily.
  • Respond to alerts, troubleshoot issues, and perform routine health checks.
  • Assist with backup, recovery, and support of Microsoft technologies like Exchange and SQL Server.
  • Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation and collaborate with team members.

Job description

Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day support and monitoring of Windows Server environments (2019–2025) and Windows 10/11 desktops
  • Respond to alerts and perform routine health checks using monitoring tools like Dynatrace
  • Assist with troubleshooting end-user issues including VPN connectivity, laptop/desktop problems, and software errors
  • Support backup and recovery processes using industry-standard tools such as Veeam and Hikaru
  • Manage and maintain on-premises Microsoft technologies including Exchange and SQL Server at a basic level, escalating complex issues as needed
  • Collaborate with the team to handle support tickets from internal users and external customers via the company’s proprietary ticketing system
  • Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation to provide timely response to critical incidents
  • Learn and grow technical skills under the guidance of senior engineers, with opportunities to expand knowledge into Azure and other cloud technologies
  • Maintain documentation and provide reports related to system health, backups, and compliance requests
  • Engage with customers and internal teams professionally to resolve technical issues and escalate when necessary
  • Demonstrate a willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute positively to the team culture and work-from-home environment
  • Follow established security protocols and company policies to ensure system integrity and data protection

Experience

  • 1-3 Years of experience supporting and maintaining Windows Server environments, preferably 2019 and newer
  • Basic understanding of Windows desktop operating systems, including Windows 10 and 11
  • Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as Nutanix or similar hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI)
  • Exposure to monitoring tools: Dynatrace or equivalent for system health & alert management
  • Experience troubleshooting common end-user issues related to Windows laptops/desktops
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Exchange and Office 365 environments is a plus
  • Ability to escalate complex issues to senior team members effectively
  • Comfortable working in a 24/7 on-call support rotation with occasional after-hours availability
  • Strong willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes
  • Good communication skills and a team-oriented mindset with a focus on customer service
  • Basic scripting or automation experience is a bonus but not required
Experience: Mid-Level
Job Type: Direct Hire
Job Location: Metro Detroit

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