IT Systems Engineer

Penumbrainc; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

401(k) with match

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Job summary

Penumbra, Inc. in Alameda, CA seeks an IT Systems Engineer to deliver end-user system solutions, manage lifecycle processes, and act as an escalation point for complex IT issues. You will collaborate with IT teams to ensure operational excellence and implement standardized asset lifecycles.

Responsibilities include leading endpoint development, deploying MDM (Jamf Pro, Intune), configuring AD/Entra ID, and enforcing security policies. Strong scripting and cross-platform automation are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, Engineering, or related field with 10+ years of enterprise end-user support.
• Experience configuring Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, RDP, Windows, macOS, Office 365.
• Strong expertise in MDM tools (Jamf Pro, Intune, EntraID, Kandji) and zero-touch deployment.

Responsibilities

• Lead endpoint-related development/implementation activities.
• Create and maintain end user systems standardization strategy and asset lifecycles.
• Hands-on experience with Intune, SCCM, JAMF, Entra ID, AD, and GPO.
• Design, deploy, and manage Mac end-user systems, including OS configurations.
• Implement and maintain MDM solutions for device enrollment and policy enforcement.
• Develop and enforce access policies using AD/Entra ID, MFA, and RBAC.

Skills

Endpoint development

Automation scripting

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS or related field

Tools

Intune

SCCM

JAMF Pro

Entra ID

AD

GPO

Job description

The IT Systems Engineer provides services to employees with information technology issues and requests involving end-user system development and delivery.

Develops client systems solutions; manages client systems and software life cycles; acts as an escalation point for resolving complex client systems and end user issues; identifies incident and problem trends; develops long-term solutions to recurring problems.

Works closely with other IT teams to ensure the highest levels of operational excellence.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead endpoint-related development/implementation activities.
• Create and maintain all aspects of end user systems standardization strategy, including asset life cycles
• Hands-on experience on various tools includes Intune, SCCM, JAMF, Entra ID, AD, MS GPO
• Design, deploy, and manage Apple Mac end-user systems, including hardware provisioning, software installations, and OS configurations (Window’s, macOS, IOS etc.).
• Implement and maintain MDM solutions (e.g., Jamf Pro, Microsoft Intune, or similar) for device enrollment, policy enforcement, application deployment, and remote management of Mac fleets.
• Develop and enforce access policies using Active Directory and Entra ID, including group policies, conditional access, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and role-based access control (RBAC) to ensure compliance with security standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve end-user issues related to Window’s & Mac hardware, software, networking, and integration with enterprise systems, providing Tier 2/3 support.
• Automate software installation, configuration, and uninstallation activities and procedures
• Document maintenance and troubleshooting procedures
• Develop operations procedures and tools to improve operational efficiency and reliability for client systems
• Integrate operational procedures and automation to improve consistent delivery
• Automate routine tasks through scripting (e.g., Bash, Python, or AppleScript) and integrate with tools
• Manage Infrastructure Lab for client systems initiatives, including development and testing
• Mentor Penumbra’s IT support staff
• Maintain effective relationships with customers
• Actively listen to customers’ needs and requests, ensuring they are fully understood with appropriate expectations, effectively set and delivered.
• Assist in refining strategy and overseeing client integration for acquisitions
• Manage and maintain vendor relationships, vendor contracts, and road maps related to PC’s, Macs, smartphones, tablets, peripherals, printers, software, and cloud services
• Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company.
• Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications - Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field with 10+ years’ experience providing enterprise level end user support, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience configuring Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, RDP, Print Management, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, Office 365, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Anti-virus/anti-malware utilities.
• Strong expertise in MDM tools such as Jamf Pro, Microsoft Intune, jumpcloud, or Kandji, including hands-on experience with zero-touch deployment and compliance monitoring
• Advanced scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell or Python, for cross-platform tasks).
• Excellent troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose complex issues involving hardware, software, and network connectivity.
• Relevant certification such as Jamf/Intune/EntraID/Azure administrators will be a PLUS,
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Problem solving skills, resilience, ability to prioritize changing demands
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Position Qualifications - Preferred:

• Medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated industry experience desired

Working Conditions:

• General office environment
• Willingness and ability to work on site.
• May have business travel from 0% - 10%
• Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Requires some lifting and moving of up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to move between buildings and floors.
• Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day.
• Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets.
• Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed.
• Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis.

Annual Base Salary Range: $120,000 - $162,000/ year
We offer a competitive compensation package plus a benefits and equity program, when applicable.
Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

What We Offer

• A collaborative teamwork environment where learning is constant, and performance is rewarded.
• The opportunity to be part of the team that is revolutionizing the treatment of some of the world's most devastating diseases.
• A generous benefits package for eligible employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid parental leave, eleven paid company holidays per year, a minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, which increases with tenure, and paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s).

Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures, and markets novel products and has a broad portfolio that addresses challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need. Penumbra sells its products to hospitals and healthcare providers primarily through its direct sales organization in the United States, most of Europe, Canada, and Australia, and through distributors in select international markets. The Penumbra logo is a trademark of Penumbra, Inc.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you reside in the State of California, please also refer to Penumbra's Privacy Notice for California Residents.

For additional information on Penumbra’s commitment to being an equal opportunity employer, please see Penumbra's AAP Policy Statement.