Pythian

System Administrator – Windows, Azure

Pythian

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Hyderabad • 🇮🇳 India

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Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

Tech Stack

AWSAzureCloudDNSEC2TCP/IPTerraformVMware

About the role

  • Deploy, configure, and monitor IaaS / PaaS workloads in Microsoft Azure and/or AWS EC2.
  • Support hybrid identity environments – including Azure AD Connect, identity synchronization, and SSO.
  • Configure and manage networking components in cloud environments (VNet, NSG, Route Tables, VPN Gateways, Security Groups, etc.).
  • Apply system updates, patches, and compliance configurations via centralized patch management tools such as Azure Update Manager or AWS Systems Manager.
  • Implement and maintain backup, recovery, and monitoring solutions (e.g., Azure Backup, CloudWatch, Azure Monitor).
  • Administer and maintain Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, 2022), including installation, configuration, patching, and performance tuning.
  • Automate routine administrative tasks using PowerShell, CLI, or Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (ARM, Bicep, Terraform).
  • Manage and support core Microsoft services, including Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), Group Policy (GPOs), DNS, DHCP, and NTP.
  • Manage and maintain Windows Server environments in Azure and/or AWS, including VMs, storage, and networking.
  • Ensure security best practices and compliance for Windows and cloud infrastructure; support vulnerability management processes.
  • Manage and support VMware infrastructure, including vSphere, vCenter, ESXi hosts, HA, and DRS configurations (as required).
  • Support and maintain virtual and physical server infrastructure within data center and cloud-hosted environments.
  • Monitor system performance, capacity, and cost optimization across on-premises and cloud environments.
  • Provide technical support and incident/problem management, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for client-impacting incidents.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on infrastructure planning, upgrades, migrations, and modernization projects.
  • Maintain clear and accurate documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
  • Strong demonstrated work ethic with clear focus on customer success.
  • Excellent client-facing communication skills and the ability to handle and manage client interactions and escalations independently, ensuring client satisfaction and timely resolution of critical issues.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation in an escalation capacity.

Requirements

  • 5-10 years of overall experience in IT infrastructure administration, with significant hands-on experience in both Windows Server and cloud (Azure or AWS) administration.
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience with a major cloud platform (Azure or AWS).
  • 5+ years of strong experience in Windows Server administration (Windows Server 2016, 2019).
  • Proficiency in cloud technologies
  • Experience in PowerShell scripting for task automation and infrastructure as Code concepts (Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a proven ability to manage client expectations and handle complex projects effectively.
  • Understanding of core networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, Firewall basics).
  • Participate in an on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical systems.
  • Proven experience supporting infrastructure within data center hosting environments.
  • Strong troubleshooting methodology and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills.
  • Ability to work independently as an Individual Contributor and manage tasks effectively.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate or similar) are a plus.
Benefits
  • Love your career: Competitive total rewards and salary package. Blog during work hours; take a day off and volunteer for your favorite charity.
  • Love your work/life balance: Flexibly work remotely from your home or Bengaluru or Hyderabad office, there’s no daily travel requirement to an office! All you need is a stable internet connection.
  • Love your coworkers: Collaborate with some of the best and brightest in the industry!
  • Love your development: Hone your skills or learn new ones with our substantial training allowance; participate in professional development days, attend training, become certified, whatever you like!
  • Love your workspace: We give you all the equipment you need to work from home including a laptop with your choice of OS, and an annual budget to personalize your work environment!
  • Love yourself: Pythian cares about the health and well-being of our team. You will have an annual wellness budget to make yourself a priority (use it on gym memberships, massages, fitness and more). Additionally, you will receive a generous amount of paid vacation and sick days, as well as a day off to volunteer for your favorite charity.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
IaaSPaaSMicrosoft AzureAWS EC2Windows ServerPowerShellTerraformCloudFormationnetworking componentsbackup and recovery solutions
Soft skills
communication skillsproblem-solving skillscustomer service skillswork ethicclient managementindependent workcollaborationdocumentationincident managementtroubleshooting methodology
Certifications
Azure Solutions Architect ExpertAzure Administrator AssociateAWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate