Mac Engineer

Vanguard

. Support the engineering and operation of the Mac platform across provisioning, configuration, software deployment, compliance, remediation, and lifecycle management .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in macOS endpoint engineering, including proficiency in Jamf Pro and scripting for operational efficiency. Capable of collaborating across teams to enhance platform reliability, security, and compliance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

MacOS Endpoint EngineeringJamf Pro AdministrationScripting ProficiencyEnterprise Endpoint SecurityGitHub Workflows

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Hard Skills

MacOS Endpoint EngineeringScriptingJamf ProTerraformCompliance ManagementConfiguration ManagementPatch ManagementOperational ReliabilityAI-Assisted Development ToolsCode Reviews

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Jamf CloudGitHubCopilotClaudeMonitoring Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Jamf Certifications

Industry Keywords

Endpoint SecurityLifecycle ManagementConfiguration as CodeOperational ObservabilityEnterprise Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudJamfMacOSTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the engineering and operation of the Mac platform across provisioning, configuration, software deployment, compliance, remediation, and lifecycle management
Engineer and modernize Mac management workflows in Jamf Pro for reliability, scalability, and end-user experience
Write, maintain, and improve scripts and code supporting Mac platform management, operational efficiency, and service quality
Participate in peer reviews and team-based engineering practices
Use AI-assisted development tools such as Copilot and Claude responsibly and effectively
Evolve Mac endpoint standards including baseline configuration, security settings, compliance guardrails, and lifecycle practices
Partner with security, QA, and release governance on validation practices for macOS updates, configuration changes, application deployments, and platform releases
Support and enhance Jamf administration, including policy management, device enrollment, package deployment, troubleshooting, and operational reliability
Collaborate with the Mac Engineering team and cross-functional Workplace Engineering partners to deliver secure, stable, and scalable platform solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong experience with macOS endpoint engineering in an enterprise environment
Hands-on experience with Jamf Pro or Jamf Cloud
Proficiency in scripting and comfort reading and writing code
Ability to participate in peer reviews and clearly explain technical implementation decisions
Working knowledge of GitHub-based workflows including branching, pull requests, and code reviews
Comfort using AI-assisted engineering tools such as Copilot, Claude, or similar tools with sound technical judgment
Understanding of enterprise endpoint security concepts including hardening, compliance, patching, and secure configuration management
Experience with Terraform to manage infrastructure or configuration as code is a strong plus
Jamf certifications and familiarity with monitoring, telemetry, or operational observability concepts are a plus
Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent experience
3–5+ years of relevant experience in macOS endpoint engineering, scripting, or platform engineering roles
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical work clearly and collaborate effectively within a team environment
Ability to work across teams, contribute to engineering standards, and support reliable, scalable platform practices
Strong planning, organization, and delivery discipline
No visa sponsorship is offered for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working model with enhanced flexibility
In-person learning, collaboration, and connection
Long-term financial wellbeing mission and client-focused work
Opportunities to learn and develop skills as individuals and as a team