IT Specialist

Parallel Systems is a Series A startup company developing the future of intermodal transportation. Our mission is to decarbonize freight while improving supply chain logistics and safety. We are developing vehicles and software to create new autonomous and electric transportation systems for existing rail infrastructure.

At Parallel Systems, we value the team as much as the mission. We want to work with talented people who are humble, motivated, and persistent. Our most successful team members are self-starters and collaborate with others to reach our collective goals.

Parallel Systems is seeking an IT Specialist to implement, monitor and maintain the IT systems that support our team. You will report into the Software org, and you will work on systems at our main offices in CA.

Responsibilities

• Maintain corporate IT infrastructure including networking and conference room equipment, end-user computers, and cloud assets.
• Implement long-term network infrastructure improvement projects.
• Manage licensing and access to various corporate SaaS subscriptions.
• Perform on-site technical tasks, including installing, repairing computer equipment, network infrastructure, and software applications.
• Respond to requests for technical assistance including over the phone, on slack or by email.
• Assist in the onboard/offboard process for new and former employees.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information technology or a similar discipline, or 3+ years full-time experience working in IT.
• Experience administering Active Directory in a corporate environment.
• Experience with Unifi networking equipment and software or similar tools.
• Experience using MDM platforms to manage corporate assets and endpoints.
• Familiarity with a range of computer hardware, software applications, and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to detect and resolve technical problems, install, maintain, update, and repair computers and peripherals, and analyze and resolve network connection issues.
• Experience with major operating systems including Windows, MacOS, and Linux.
• Physically able to stand, bend, stoop, climb, reach and lift up to 30 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of authentication schemes including Kerberos, SAML, OAuth or similar.
• Understanding of wireless networking technologies, security schemes, network planning.

Please note the national salary range listed in the job posting reflects the new hire salary range across levels that would be applicable to the position. Final salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s final level. Also, this range represents base salary only and does not include equity or benefits, if applicable.

$80,000/year to $140,000/year + equity + benefits $80,000—$140,000 USD Parallel Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any discriminatory factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We work to build an inclusive environment in which all people can come to do their best work.

Parallel Systems is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Parallel Systems will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact your recruiter.