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# IT Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Cadence, Inc.
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $175,000.0 - $200,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Apple Mac Systems, Systems Engineering, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Computer Programming, Domain Name System (DNS), Identity and Access Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Automation of Marketing, Netsuite, OpenID, Zero Trust Network Access, Salesforce.Com, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Software Deployment, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Transport Layer Security, Enterprise Software Applications, Okta, Power Platform Integration, Large Language Models, Firewalls (Computer Science), Git, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Slack, Casper Suite, Free and Open-Source Software, Gsuite, Restful APIs, Terraform, Webhooks, Software Version Control
- **Published:** November 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.builtincolorado.com/auth/login?destination=/job/senior-it-systems-engineer/12024342

## About the Role

* 5+ years of experience in IT systems engineering, technical operations, or a related engineering role, with a track record of independently building and operating automation. Experience in a startup or high-growth environment is a plus.
 * Practical experience using AI-assisted development tools as part of your engineering workflow and integrating LLM APIs into tools or automation. You can evaluate output quality, protect sensitive data, scope permissions, and determine when deterministic logic or human review is needed.
 * Strong programming skills in Python, TypeScript, or a comparable language, with experience using Git-based development workflows and Terraform or similar infrastructure-as-code tools. Examples of tools, integrations, or open source projects you've built are welcome.
 * Experience administering SaaS platforms such as Google Workspace, Slack, and Zoom and building REST API integrations, webhooks, and event-driven workflows using code, automation platforms such as Okta Workflows or Tines, or both.
 * Strong knowledge of identity and access management, including hands-on experience with Okta, SAML, SCIM, OIDC, automated provisioning, and least-privilege access. Familiarity with Salesforce permission sets, permission set groups, and access controls is a plus.
 * Hands-on experience managing macOS and iOS fleets through MDM platforms such as Kandji, Iru, or Jamf, including configuration, software deployment, patching, and device compliance. Experience with Netskope or Santa is a plus.
 * Strong networking and security fundamentals, including DNS, TLS, VPNs, firewalls, Zero Trust access, and secure handling of credentials and sensitive data, with the ability to troubleshoot across systems independently. Experience supporting audit readiness for SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, or similar requirements is a plus.

## Description

We're hiring a Senior IT Systems Engineer to build and operate the identity, endpoint, and SaaS infrastructure that supports Cadence's clinical and operational teams. You'll use code, APIs, and AI-powered automation to make our systems more secure, reliable, and scalable as we grow.

This is a hands-on engineering role with ownership from design through deployment and ongoing operation. AI will be central to how you work, from accelerating development and troubleshooting to building intelligent workflows. You'll turn manual processes and recurring problems into maintainable systems, partnering closely with IT Operations, Security, and teams across the business.
What You'll Do

 * Design, build, and own automation and API-driven integrations across Okta, Google Workspace, Slack, and other critical SaaS platforms to reduce manual work and improve reliability.
 * Use AI-assisted development tools and LLM APIs to build and improve operational workflows, applying appropriate permissions, testing, monitoring, and human review.
 * Build and scale identity lifecycle automation across employee onboarding, role changes, and offboarding, including provisioning, access controls, and timely deprovisioning. Partner with Revenue Operations on Salesforce access management, including permission sets and role-based access.
 * Engineer automated device enrollment, configuration, software deployment, patching, and compliance workflows across our macOS and iOS fleet.
 * Partner with Security to strengthen endpoint protections and secure access, automate security controls and evidence collection, and support audit readiness.
 * Build reliable, maintainable systems through version control, code review, testing, and infrastructure as code, with clear documentation, monitoring, alerting, and recovery.
 * Own complex technical projects and cross-system escalations from investigation through resolution, addressing root causes through automation and translating business needs into solutions that balance delivery speed, security, and reliability., Leads the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise infrastructure, cloud services, identity, endpoint management, and monitoring systems. Drives automation, security hardening, incident response, root-cause analysis, migrations, disaster recovery, and operational improvements. Mentors junior administrators, maintains technical documentation, manages vendor escalations, and supports cross-functional technology initiatives. Requires strong infrastructure, cloud, security, troubleshooting, scripting, observability, and IT service management expertise.
Top Skills: Audit LoggingAWSAzureBackup And Disaster RecoveryBashCmdbConditional AccessDirectory ServicesEdrEndpoint ManagementIamInfrastructure As CodeMdmMfaMicrosoft 365Monitoring And ObservabilityNetworkingPowershellPythonVulnerability Management
Clio, Design, develop, and maintain secure integrations across NetSuite, Coupa, Leapfin, and other enterprise systems. Build iPaaS workflows, custom connectors, webhook and event-driven automations, bulk synchronization processes, monitoring, error handling, and retry mechanisms. Translate finance requirements into technical specifications and data mappings, support implementation projects, document architectures, and maintain audit readiness. Apply AI-powered tooling to automate finance operations while ensuring compliance, security, and reliable handling of sensitive financial data.
Top Skills: AIApi TokensBashBoomiCeligoCoupaEvent-Driven ArchitectureGithub ActionsGoGraphQLHubspotLeapfinLlmsNetSuiteOauthOkta WorkflowsPythonRestRubySalesforceSAMLWebhooksWorkatoWorkday

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