Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer

This position is for a Systems Engineer focused on Windows 11 imaging and deployment. The role involves designing, building, testing, and supporting enterprise Windows endpoint solutions for a large-scale, distributed retail environment. The ideal candidate will manage the lifecycle of Windows 11 operating system images, including creation, maintenance, deployment automation, hardware validation, and configuration management, supporting approximately 20,000 POS and store endpoints.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, maintain, and document enterprise Windows 11 reference images and deployment baselines.
• Execute large-scale Windows 11 migrations from Windows 10, upgrades, and refresh initiatives using tools like Microsoft Intune for remote distribution.
• Develop and manage image standards, task sequences, driver packages, and application installations.
• Implement and manage technologies such as vPro for bare-metal provisioning and remote imaging.
• Develop automation for provisioning, imaging, software distribution, and operating system maintenance, with a significant portion of tasks involving PowerShell scripting.
• Serve as a Tier 3 escalation resource for endpoint-related incidents and deployment failures.
• Validate operating system compatibility with business-critical applications and connected peripherals such as printers, scanners, and payment devices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on deployment schedules, risks, and project milestones.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise Windows operating systems.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience creating and managing Windows images and deployment solutions.
• Experience with Windows 10 to Windows 11 deployment, Microsoft Intune, Autopilot, MECM/SCCM, MDT, or equivalent platforms.
• Proficiency with PowerShell scripting for automation and other related tasks.
• Familiarity with Active Directory, Azure AD/Entra ID, Group Policy, and endpoint security controls.
• Experience supporting physical hardware deployment and validation activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting retail, POS, kiosk, or distributed endpoint environments.
• Knowledge of Windows Update for Business and deployment ring strategies.
• Understanding of TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, BitLocker, and endpoint hardening practices.
• Experience leading large-scale Windows 11 migration programs.
• Familiarity with hardware lifecycle management and vendor certification.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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