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Senior IT Systems Engineer

Palo Alto, CA

$184k-$276k / year

full-timeseniorArtificial Intelligence

🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll lead the design and optimization of core SaaS platforms like Okta and Google Workspace at xAI, a fast-paced AI startup. You'll own IAM strategy, drive automation, and serve as the technical escalation point for complex IT challenges in a hybrid environment. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge AI infrastructure with significant ownership and impact.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Design, implement, and optimize core SaaS platforms including Okta, Google Workspace, and Slack.
  • Own end-to-end support, monitoring, and troubleshooting of applications and systems.
  • Architect and advance workforce Identity and Access Management (IAM) program.
  • Drive cross-functional knowledge sharing and author comprehensive IT documentation.
  • Proactively identify gaps and lead initiatives to enhance security and automate processes.

📋 Requirements

  • 8+ years administering SaaS apps in hybrid environments with Okta, Google Workspace, Slack, and Atlassian.
  • 4+ years with iPaaS/automation platforms like n8n, Okta Workflows, Workato, or Zapier.
  • Expert-level knowledge of IAM protocols: SSO, SAML, OIDC, OAuth 2.0, SCIM, RBAC.
  • Proficiency in scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell) and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).

✨ Nice to Have

  • Okta certifications (Certified Professional/Administrator/Consultant).
  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
  • Experience with GAM, Terraform, or building custom integrations.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 💰 Competitive base salary ($184k-$276k USD).
  • 📈 Equity and comprehensive medical, vision, dental coverage.
  • 🏦 401(k) retirement plan and short/long-term disability insurance.
  • 🛡️ Life insurance and various other discounts and perks.

🚩 Heads Up

  • ITAR requirement restricts applicants to US citizens/permanent residents only.
  • On-call rotation may be required.
  • Role combines IT systems engineering with IAM and automation, may be broad for some.
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