IT Systems Administrator

13 Minutes ago • 4 Years + • $150,000 PA - $180,000 PA

System Admin

Job Description

Perplexity is an AI-powered answer engine seeking an IT Systems Administrator to join their dynamic team in San Francisco. This early hire role involves shaping the technology infrastructure, including procuring and maintaining IT equipment, managing corporate software, overseeing MDM, enforcing security policies, and providing technical support. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience with macOS, GSuite, network management, and cybersecurity principles, leading IT projects and delivering staff training.

Good To Have:

Experience with AWS
Experience with Tailscale
Experience with international IT regulations and compliance

Must Have:

Procure, maintain, and administer computers, networking equipment, and office technology
Manage and optimize corporate software systems
Oversee and enhance the Mobile Device Management (MDM) infrastructure
Deploy and enforce robust security policies and procedures
Provision and manage user accounts and permissions
Provide prompt, effective technical support and troubleshoot complex issues
Lead IT projects focused on endpoint management, security enhancements, and infrastructure improvements
Deliver technical support and training on IT systems to staff (in-person and remotely)
4+ years of hands-on IT systems administration experience
Strong proficiency in macOS & GSuite environments
Strong troubleshooting skills
Extensive experience with network management, including LAN/WAN, DHCP, DNS, and firewalls
Comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices, including firewalls, encryption, and antivirus solutions
Proven track record in managing IT projects, including system upgrades and new implementations

Perks:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents
401(k) plan
Equity may be part of the total compensation package

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Perplexity is an AI-powered answer engine founded in December 2022 and growing rapidly as one of the world’s leading AI platforms. Perplexity has raised over $1B in venture investment from some of the world’s most visionary and successful leaders, including Elad Gil, Daniel Gross, Jeff Bezos, Accel, IVP, NEA, NVIDIA, Samsung, and many more. Our objective is to build accurate, trustworthy AI that powers decision-making for people and assistive AI wherever decisions are being made. Throughout human history, change and innovation have always been driven by curious people. Today, curious people use Perplexity to answer more than 780 million queries every month–a number that’s growing rapidly for one simple reason: everyone can be curious.

Perplexity is seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Systems Administrator to join our dynamic team, revolutionizing the way people search and interact with the internet. As an early hire in this crucial role, you will have an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our technology infrastructure from the ground up.

This role is based in-person at our San Francisco office.

Responsibilities

Procure, maintain, and administer computers, networking equipment, and office technology
Manage and optimize corporate software systems
Oversee and enhance the Mobile Device Management (MDM) infrastructure
Deploy and enforce robust security policies and procedures
Provision and manage user accounts and permissions
Provide prompt, effective technical support and troubleshoot complex issues
Lead IT projects focused on endpoint management, security enhancements, and infrastructure improvements
Deliver technical support and training on IT systems to staff (in-person and remotely)

Qualifications

4+ years of hands-on IT systems administration experience
Strong proficiency in macOS & GSuite environments
Strong troubleshooting skills
Extensive experience with network management, including LAN/WAN, DHCP, DNS, and firewalls
Comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices, including firewalls, encryption, and antivirus solutions
Proven track record in managing IT projects, including system upgrades and new implementations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills