Sr. Systems Administrator at Springboard

At Springboard, we are on a mission to transform one million lives by 2030. We do this by providing immersive, online education in high-growth fields like software engineering, design, and data science. Our human-centric platform combines industry-expert mentorship with project-based learning to help students build the momentum they need to unlock new career opportunities. We are looking for a talented professional to join our team of 250 and help us build the robust IT ecosystem that makes this vision possible.

Role at a glance

We are seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to join us in a full-time capacity. This is a hybrid role that requires you to be on-site at our San Francisco office between 2 and 4 days per month. As a senior member of our team, you will play a vital role in maintaining our infrastructure and ensuring our staff has the tools they need to succeed.

Your impact

• Take ownership of our IT infrastructure by managing, configuring, and supporting core systems such as Google Workspace, Slack, Atlassian Jira, and MDM for MacOS and Windows.
• Provide high-level help desk support to our staff, including complex troubleshooting, A/V management, and desk setups to ensure a seamless work environment.
• Lead technology projects by evaluating new systems, conducting cost analyses, managing vendor relationships, and implementing automated solutions to improve our internal processes.

What you'll need

• At least 4 years of experience as a systems or network administrator, ideally within a fast-paced startup or tech environment.
• A deep understanding of systems architecture and the ability to independently manage IT ecosystems while partnering with other departments.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, a commitment to excellent customer service, and the technical documentation skills required to create clear, actionable workflows.
• Fluency in English and a proactive, independent approach to getting things done.

Perks and compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $134,000 and $151,000 USD for candidates based in the San Francisco Bay Area. In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your growth and well-being:

• Equity compensation through our stock option program.
• Flexible, hybrid work arrangements with the option to work remotely for up to 90 days per year.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off, including unlimited PTO, paid holidays, and company-wide Wellness Days.