Systems Engineer
Systems Engineers in AI companies design and operate the enterprise technology platforms that enable researchers and product teams to work efficiently—managing identity systems like Okta, collaboration tools such as Google Workspace and Slack, and endpoint infrastructure while ensuring security and scalability. What distinguishes this role from general IT administration is the emphasis on automation-first problem solving: rather than simply maintaining systems, these engineers architect scalable workflows using APIs, infrastructure-as-code, and integration platforms to eliminate manual processes and reduce operational friction. They typically sit within IT Engineering or Enterprise Systems teams, partnering closely with Security and Infrastructure groups to support rapid company growth, and increasingly they're being asked to bridge traditional IT operations with emerging AI workflows and autonomous systems.
Skills
What companies are looking for in this role.
Designing and implementing identity and access management systems including single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, and user lifecycle automation
Managing mobile device management platforms and endpoint security policies across macOS, Windows, and Linux devices
Building automation workflows and scripts to eliminate manual IT processes and improve operational efficiency
Managing the complete device lifecycle from procurement through deployment to secure deprovisioning
Administering cloud productivity platforms and their security configurations including user provisioning and data governance
Designing and maintaining zero-trust security architectures and defense-in-depth strategies across enterprise systems
Providing technical support for IT infrastructure including troubleshooting hardware, software, and network connectivity issues
Designing and executing secure onboarding and offboarding workflows for employees at scale
Architecting enterprise system integrations across business applications including ERP, CRM, HRIS, and financial platforms
Designing and implementing API-based integrations and webhooks between multiple business systems
Implementing IT service management processes and maintaining SLA compliance across support operations
Building observability and monitoring strategies for system health, performance, and security posture across distributed infrastructure
Establishing integration patterns, data governance standards, and architectural frameworks for enterprise technology ecosystems
Designing and implementing AI-powered automation workflows using intelligent integration platforms
Evaluating and implementing emerging technologies including AI agents and large language model integrations
Collaborating with security teams to implement endpoint compliance and security standards
Creating technical documentation, knowledge base articles, and self-service resources for internal audiences
Collaborating across cross-functional teams including Engineering, Security, Operations, and Business teams
Translating business requirements into technical architecture and implementation solutions
Working autonomously with minimal oversight while taking ownership of complex technical problems
Communicating complex technical changes and decisions clearly to non-technical stakeholders and executives
Managing projects including system upgrades, infrastructure buildouts, and technology implementations
Mentoring junior engineers and documenting solutions for knowledge transfer
Technology
The tools and technologies that define this role.
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