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FreeformSenior IT Systems Engineer
Freeform is developing AI-driven manufacturing technology that combines software, hardware, and physics to build industrial components. The company operates in a fast-paced environment where IT infrastructure…
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Freeform is developing AI-driven manufacturing technology that combines software, hardware, and physics to build industrial components. The company operates in a fast-paced environment where IT infrastructure is treated as a core part of the technology. As a Senior IT Systems Engineer, you will design, manage, and scale the technology infrastructure connecting personnel, factory operations, and data systems. This role encompasses identity management, endpoint administration, servers, storage, cloud environments, Kubernetes clusters,…
Job Description
Freeform is developing AI-driven manufacturing technology that combines software, hardware, and physics to build industrial components. The company operates in a fast-paced environment where IT infrastructure is treated as a core part of the technology.
As a Senior IT Systems Engineer, you will design, manage, and scale the technology infrastructure connecting personnel, factory operations, and data systems. This role encompasses identity management, endpoint administration, servers, storage, cloud environments, Kubernetes clusters, networking, and overall security.
The position requires someone comfortable with building custom solutions and automating tasks when standard tools are insufficient. You will serve as the primary escalation contact for infrastructure issues, lead root-cause investigations, document procedures, and mentor junior staff members while participating in an on-call rotation and scheduled maintenance windows.
Responsibilities
- Administer Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and Azure within a hybrid architecture connected to on-premises Active Directory
- Control the device fleet through Intune for enrollment, security compliance, application deployment, Autopilot, and software updates
- Deploy and maintain Windows Server roles alongside hardened Ubuntu and Linux systems
- Handle virtualization and SAN storage environments utilizing Pure Storage and HPE 3PAR across iSCSI and NFS protocols
- Maintain AWS infrastructure including EKS, S3, IAM, and VPC networking while monitoring usage and controlling costs
- Administer Kubernetes clusters both locally and within AWS EKS
- Design and maintain Layer 2 and Layer 3 networks with segmentation for various organizational zones
- Operate security tools including Defender XDR, Sentinel, and pfSense firewalls to tune threat detection and handle incidents
- Create custom tools and automation scripts to eliminate repetitive manual tasks
- Provide advanced troubleshooting for infrastructure incidents and direct root-cause analysis
- Maintain technical documentation through runbooks and network diagrams
- Participate in an on-call rotation and planned after-hours system maintenance
Requirements
- Minimum of 7 years of total professional experience in systems administration or infrastructure engineering
- At least 3 years of experience operating in a senior or lead capacity overseeing complex multi-platform environments
- Hands-on expertise administering hybrid Microsoft environments, Intune, and Azure
- Production-level experience with Windows Server directory and networking services
- Proficiency with Ubuntu and Red Hat administration, hardening, and command-line diagnostics
- Experience managing hypervisors alongside SAN storage infrastructures
- Familiarity with cloud platforms including AWS and Kubernetes in production
- Knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking configurations, VLANs, and traffic segmentation
- Experience operating security solutions such as Defender XDR, Sentinel, and pfSense
- Proficiency in PowerShell and Bash scripting
Qualifications
- Experience using HashiCorp Vault and Argo CD
- Familiarity with Ansible automation
- Proficiency in Python scripting
- Experience managing Siemens Teamcenter
- Background in Microsoft SQL Server administration
- Practical deployment experience with physical security hardware including CCTV and access control systems
- Practical experience using AI utilities for troubleshooting, scripting, and documentation
- Degree in computer science, computer information systems, or computer engineering
Core Skills
Benefits
- Significant stock option packages
- Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Life insurance coverage
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement plans
- Paid vacation time, sick leave, and company holidays
- Generous paid parental leave with an extended transition period for the birthing parent
- Free daily catered lunch and dinner with a fully stocked kitchenette
- Casual dress code, flexible working hours, and regular team building events
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What is the salary range for this position?
The estimated annual salary range is $160,000 to $215,000, determined by experience, education, and skills, alongside stock options.
What are the experience requirements?
Candidates must have at least 7 years of systems administration or infrastructure engineering experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a senior or lead role.
What is the work location policy for this role?
The posting indicates the role requires a full-time onsite presence five days a week at the facility in Hawthorne.
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