Enterprise Architect

Inlighten Technologies is seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Cloud Systems Administrator to join our growing team in Silicon Valley. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and enjoys building, securing, automating, and scaling modern cloud-first IT infrastructure from the ground up.

As a Cloud Systems Administrator, you will play a critical role in managing and supporting the company's cloud infrastructure, SaaS ecosystem, endpoint management platforms, identity systems, and cybersecurity operations. This individual will serve as a senior escalation point for the Help Desk team while partnering closely with, systems administration, business application and program management team to deliver a secure, reliable, and scalable technology environment.

This position is instrumental in helping safeguard business operations, maximize technology investments, and support the company's long-term growth initiatives. You'll work closely with leadership, engineering, operations, and global employees to establish scalable IT processes, improve operational efficiency, and support next-generation AR / AI smart glass technologies.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a cutting-edge technology company where IT is viewed as a strategic business partner and innovation enabler., * Manage day-to-day IT infrastructure operations within a cloud-first environment

• Administer and support core SaaS platforms and enterprise applications
• Maintain and improve system reliability, availability, scalability, and operational efficiency
• Deploy and manage monitoring, observability, and alerting solutions
• Lead infrastructure change management processes and maintain accurate system documentation
• Support lab infrastructure environments including NAS storage and networking systems
• Administer Okta, FastPass, and automated identity provisioning systems such as Microsoft Entra.
• Implement and enforce IAM best practices, MFA policies, and zero-trust security principles
• Configure and maintain SSO integrations using SAML, OAuth, OIDC, and SCIM provisioning
• Manage user lifecycle operations including onboarding, offboarding, role changes, and access reviews
• Administer Microsoft 365, Office 365, Teams, Exchange Online, and limited Google Workspace environments
• Support collaboration and productivity platforms including Slack, Zoom, and Box
• Manage cloud backup and data protection platforms including Druva
• Manage and maintain endpoint platforms including Microsoft Intune, JAMF, and LogMeIn Resolve
• Support modern endpoint management for Windows and macOS environments
• Automate endpoint provisioning, software deployment, compliance, and patch management
• Ensure endpoint devices remain secure, compliant, and aligned with company standards
• Administer and support security platforms including CrowdStrike, Cloudflare WARP, Mimecast, and KnowBe4
• Implement security hardening standards related to encryption, endpoint protection, and access control
• Support Meraki firewalls, switches, wireless access points, VLANs, and Cloud Radius environments
• Troubleshoot networking, VPN, wireless, and connectivity issues
• Serve as a senior escalation point for Help Desk issues requiring advanced troubleshooting
• Collaborate closely with project management, systems administration, and business applications teams
• Provide direct support to end users and executives as needed
• Respond quickly to changing business needs while implementing long-term scalable solutions
• Create and maintain SOPs, runbooks, technical documentation, and knowledge base articles
• Develop workflow automation solutions using, PowerShell, or similar tools
• Continuously identify opportunities for automation, optimization, and operational improvement

• 8+ years of experience in systems administration, cloud infrastructure, or enterprise IT operations
• Strong experience supporting hybrid cloud and SaaS-first environments
• Hands-on experience administering Microsoft 365 / Office 365, Azure, Exchange Online, Teams, and SharePoint
• Strong experience with identity and access management platforms including Okta, SSO, MFA, SCIM provisioning, and lifecycle management
• Experience managing endpoint platforms such as Microsoft Intune, JAMF, Apple Business Manager, and LogMeIn Resolve
• Strong understanding of modern endpoint management and zero-trust security models
• Experience supporting security platforms such as CrowdStrike, Mimecast, Cloudflare WARP, KnowBe4, or similar tools
• Strong networking knowledge including TCP/IP, VLANs, VPNs, wireless networking, firewalls, routing, and switching
• Experience supporting Cisco Meraki environments including firewalls, switches, and wireless access points
• Experience with cloud backup, disaster recovery, and storage platforms such as Druva, Box, or NAS environments
• Experience with scripting and automation tools such as PowerShell and similar platforms
• Strong understanding of IT security frameworks, compliance standards, and governance practices including SOC2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and IAM best practices
• Experience managing patching, software deployment, compliance, and lifecycle management for Windows and macOS devices
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure, endpoint, networking, and SaaS-related issues
• Experience serving as a senior escalation point and mentoring junior IT staff or Help Desk teams
• Strong project management, organizational, and documentation skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to support executives and cross-functional teams
• Ability to prioritize tasks, adapt quickly, and thrive in a fast-paced startup environment

Nice to have

• Experience working in semiconductor, AR/AI, manufacturing, or high-tech startup environments
• Experience helping build or scale IT infrastructure from the ground up
• Familiarity with Cisco Meraki CloudRadius or enterprise wireless authentication platforms
• Experience supporting compliance initiatives such as SOC2, ISO 27001 and GDPR
• Knowledge of Azure cloud services including Azure AD, Conditional Access, Intune integrations, and cloud networking
• Experience managing Apple Business Manager and zero-touch deployment workflows
• Experience with backup and disaster recovery planning and testing
• Experience supporting international offices and remote global teams
• Experience leading office buildouts, network deployments, or infrastructure refresh projects
• Industry certifications such as Microsoft, Azure, Okta, JAMF, Cisco Meraki, Security+, Network+, or CISSP certifications
• Strong passion for automation, operational efficiency, cybersecurity, and continuous improvement

Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid holidays, * Base salary range: $120k-$160k, based on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays and vacation
• A varied role with real responsibility and visibility.
• Direct collaboration, quick decisions, and the joy of building something great together.
• A dynamic, informal startup culture.

Inlighten Technologies is a Silicon Valley company developing next-generation microLED technologies for augmented reality (AR) and AI-powered smart glasses. Our mission is to push the limits of microLED performance and manufacturing, enabling scalable, mass-market production. We bring together a multidisciplinary team of innovators - from nanofabrication and epitaxy to system design - united by a vision to make light the interface of tomorrow. Join us and collaborate with a team focusing on display technologies that will shape the future of immersive computing.