IT Windows Senior Engineer

Division: Group Technology Services (GTS)

As a Senior Windows Automation Engineer, you will:

• Design, implement, and maintain solutions for automated Windows server provisioning and the deployment of Microsoft patches and third-party software, following a gradual deployment strategy.

• Apply strong knowledge of testing methodologies and software design patterns to ensure quality and maintainability.

• Use SME knowledge and hands-on experience of Windows Server operating systems to design, implement, and maintain solutions to ensure the stability and performance of the Windows infrastructure.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to validate and refine high-level design documents.

• Demonstrate strong ownership, autonomy, and accountability in all assigned tasks.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across Windows operating systems (from Windows Server 2012 to Windows Server 2025).

• Participate in on-call support outside business hours for Production systems (Watch Duty rotation)

• Weekend work as part of a scheduled rotation

We are looking for a candidate who brings:

• Deep expertise in Microsoft ecosystems.

• Excellent documentation skills, with the ability to produce clear and structured technical and design documents.

• Strong expertise in Windows Server Operating Systems :

  • In depth troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis

  • Knowledge of Windows Internals 

  • Ability to analyse low-level operating system components such as process/thread architecture and I/O subsystems to diagnose complex performance issues and application failures.

  • Experience in leveraging tools like Sysinternals Suite, and Event Tracing for Windows (ETW) to identify underlying causes and implement effective resolutions.

  • Ability to collect traces and adopt evidence based approach to technical investigations

• Proficiency in core technologies, including:

  • Active Directory and Group Policy Objects (GPOs)

  • Windows Server Security Hardening

  • Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)

  • VMware (Nutanix is a plus)

  • Networking Tracing

• Advanced scripting and automation skills in:

  • PowerShell

  • PowerCLI / Python / Git

  • CI/CD pipelines

• Desirable automation/development skills :

  • Ansible

  • Remote development on Linux

  • Azure DevOps / IaC

  • Terraform

• A background in software engineering or development, especially in:

  • API integration and development

  • Automation frameworks

  • Code quality and testing practices

• A passion for solving technical challenges while keeping customer needs in focus.

• A methodical, organized, and proactive approach to work.

• A growth mindset with a willingness to embrace and share new technologies.

• Strong team spirit with the ability to work independently when needed.

• Flexibility and openness to change in a dynamic environment.

• Experience working in Agile methodologies.

• Ability to manage tight deadlines and navigate complex situations.

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken

• Adaptable to fast-changing environments

   

What We Offer

• A friendly, collaborative, and supportive team

• Daily challenges that keep work exciting and meaningful

• Continuous learning through hands-on experience and knowledge sharing

• Opportunity to work with modern technologies as part of Euroclear’s infrastructure transformation

Please note that this is a permanent position, and we do not offer freelance or contract arrangements for this role.

About Us

Why join us

Embark on your new adventure at Euroclear, and work at the heart of the global capital markets. We connect over 2,000 financial institutions across the globe. As an open and resilient infrastructure, we contribute to the stability of the financial markets. We help clients cut through complexity, lower costs, and mitigate risks of financial transactions. At Euroclear, we have the clear ambition to use our key role to facilitate and accelerate a sustainable global financial system. 

What We Offer:

• Work closely with inspiring, supportive and engaged colleagues from more than 80 different countries. 

• Practice your talents in a highly professional international environment. 

• Join a learning and development environment with an emphasis on knowledge sharing and training.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Ways of working

Find your own optimal balance within our hybrid working model, where you can connect at the office 8 days a month and also benefit from remote working. 

Great Place to Work for All

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and strives to be a Great Place to Work for All. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, regardless of any aspect that makes them unique (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, ...). If you need any specific accommodation due to disability or any other reason, you can let the recruiter know during your application process. Our values guide how we work together and shape our future: Our mission and values - Euroclear

About the Team

Group Technology Services (GTS) plans, builds and runs the global infrastructure of Euroclear, and is additionally responsible for the IT service management to the operating entities of the various Group markets. Group Technology Services operates its IT systems and IT services in such a way that, at an appropriate and benchmarked cost level, it can deliver the agreed levels of service to support the requirements of the business processes, for both normal operations and during disaster recovery.