Senior IT Operations Engineer

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. Design, deploy, and manage the company's entire IT infrastructure .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeEmeryville • California • United StatesSenior💰 $167,000 - $205,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing IT infrastructure, including Google Workspace administration, endpoint protection, and network security. Proficient in deploying and supporting cloud environments, user onboarding processes, and compliance with SOC 2 Type 2 standards.

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Google Workspace AdministrationEndpoint Protection (SentinelOne)Meraki NetworkingRippling HRIS ManagementVPN and MFA Configuration

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Hard Skills

IT Infrastructure ManagementNetwork Security PoliciesDeployment ScriptingMac and Windows TroubleshootingSoftware License ManagementCloud Platform Support (GCP, Oracle Cloud)Audio/Video Conferencing SetupMicrosoft WSUS ManagementVLAN SegmentationDisaster Recovery Procedures

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationCustomer Service MindsetAbility to Manage Multiple Priorities

Tools & Technologies

Google WorkspaceRipplingSentinelOneMerakiSlackJiraSynology NASMicrosoft OfficeMDM SolutionsAudio/Video Conferencing Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIAMeraki/CiscoGoogle Workspace AdministratorMicrosoft Certifications

Industry Keywords

SOC 2 Type 2 ComplianceHigh-Growth StartupIT OperationsEndpoint Anti-VirusCloud Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudGoogle Cloud PlatformOracleSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, deploy, and manage the company's entire IT infrastructure
Administer and support Google Workspace, including Gmail, Drive, Calendar, and Admin Console
Manage user accounts, groups, shared drives, permissions, organizational units, security policies, DLP rules, and third-party integrations
Manage employee onboarding and offboarding workflows in Rippling
Configure Rippling policies, automation, deployment scripting, MDM policies, compliance rules, and app deployment
Deploy and maintain SentinelOne or equivalent endpoint anti-virus/EDR; monitor alerts, investigate incidents, and coordinate remediation
Plan, deploy, and optimize Meraki wireless, switching, and security appliances
Design and maintain VLAN segmentation, lab network, firewall rules, and network security policies
Plan and maintain keycard access control for office and lab environments
Configure and secure VPN solutions and manage MFA across systems and applications
Administer Slack and support GCP and Oracle Cloud environments
Maintain Synology NAS storage, file sharing, backups, and disaster recovery procedures
Prepare, image, deploy, and troubleshoot Mac and Windows workstations
Manage system inventory, Microsoft WSUS, patch management, and Microsoft Office deployment
Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot audio/video conferencing equipment
Oversee software procurement, deployment, licensing lifecycle, inventory, and compliance
Report to the Director of Security, Compliance & IT

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor Degree in Information Technology
8+ years in a similar IT Operations role; at least 2-3 years in a high-growth startup or solo environment
Proven track record and experience in transitioning off an external MSP or managing a solo IT environment at a high-growth startup
Profound knowledge of Google Workspace and Google office applications
Experience in supporting SOC 2 Type 2 efforts, collecting and providing evidence and log records, review and reporting cadence
Hands-on experience with Rippling (or comparable HRIS/IT platform) for onboarding, rules, deployment scripting, and MDM
Experience with endpoint protection platforms such as SentinelOne
Strong knowledge of Meraki networking (wireless, VLAN, firewall/security)
Experience configuring and securing VPN and MFA solutions
Familiarity with Slack and Jira administration
Working knowledge of cloud platforms, particularly GCP and Oracle Cloud
Experience with Synology NAS storage and backup systems
Proficiency preparing, deploying, and troubleshooting both Mac and Windows workstations
Experience with Microsoft WSUS and Microsoft Office application deployment and support
Experience setting up and maintaining audio/video conferencing systems
Strong understanding of software license management and compliance
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Strong communication skills, a customer-service and healthy security mindset
Ongoing work authorization in the United States that does not require employer sponsorship
Legal authorization to work in the United States
Preferred: Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA, Meraki/Cisco, Google Workspace Administrator, Microsoft certifications)
Preferred: Experience in a fast-growing or multi-office environment
Preferred: Scripting/automation experience (e.g., Bash, PowerShell, or similar) to support deployment workflows

Benefits

Comp & perks

High-growth opportunity with meaningful impact on the future of protein design
Competitive compensation package with equity participation
401(k) with a strong employer match
Comprehensive benefits including health/dental/vision insurance
Generous PTO policy and commitment to work-life balance
Professional development opportunities in a cutting-edge field at the intersection of AI and biology