Lead IT Technician

Saronic; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off

Parental Leave

401(k) Plan

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Free lunch and drinks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Lead IT Technician in Austin, TX to join a fast-paced IT support team. You will be the senior hands-on technician, owning escalation, and guiding day-to-day operations while mentoring junior staff.

You will manage device deployments, triage tickets, plan IT projects, maintain runbooks, ensure security, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support maritime autonomy initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years IT experience with senior technician or escalation background.
• Experience with Mac/Windows deployments and Intune/Jamf.
• Strong troubleshooting across hardware, software, network, and identity.
• Experience with IAM platforms such as Microsoft Entra ID/Active Directory.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and meet fast-moving deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; explain tech to non-technical users.
• Experience with helpdesk and ticketing systems.

Responsibilities

• Senior escalation point for hardware, software, and network issues.
• Triage tickets, set priorities, ensure coverage for the team.
• Own device deployments end-to-end: imaging, zero-touch enrollment, MDM, refresh, decommission.
• Mentor Associates and IT Technicians through coaching and onboarding.
• Plan and lead IT projects, migrations, and system upgrades.
• Maintain runbooks and knowledge base for first-contact resolutions.
• Analyze ticket trends to drive fixes and reduce volume.
• Secure access workflows: provisioning/deprovisioning, group memberships.
• Maintain IT asset inventory and vendor coordination.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior IT staff.

Skills

IT leadership

Mac/Windows deployments

Intune/Jamf

Troubleshooting

IAM Platforms

Project planning

Communication

Ticketing systems

Tools

Intune

Jamf

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state‑of‑the‑art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

Saronic is seeking an experienced and highly organized Lead IT Technician. This role is the senior hands‑on technician on the IT support team, responsible for leading day‑to‑day support operations, while serving as the primary escalation point for complex technical issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong customer experience mindset, sound judgment under pressure, and the ability to plan and prioritize work in a fast paced environment. You will be responsible for reinforcing the daily work priorities for the support team, mentoring Associate and mid‑level technicians, driving ticket quality and resolution times, and leading support projects from planning through completion.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior technical escalation point for hardware, software, and network issues, including desktops, laptops, servers, printers, and mobile devices.
• Take the lead over the ticket queue: triage and validate incoming tickets are progressing, set priorities, and ensure coverage is maintained for your team.
• Own device deployments end to end, including imaging, zero‑touch enrollment, MDM configuration, refresh cycles, and decommissioning.
• Mentor Associate and IT Technicians through hands‑on coaching, ticket quality reviews, and onboarding of new team members.
• Plan and lead IT support projects, migrations, and system upgrades: define scope, sequence the work, track progress, and communicate status to stakeholders.
• Maintain documentation, runbooks, and knowledge base articles so recurring issues can be resolved consistently at the first point of contact.
• Analyze ticket trends to identify recurring problems and drive the underlying fixes that reduce overall support volume.
• Administer and identify areas of improvement for user access workflows, including provisioning, deprovisioning, group membership, and permissions.
• Ensure adherence to security best practices, including data protection, access control, endpoint compliance, and patching.
• Maintain IT asset and inventory accuracy, including stock levels, hardware lifecycle, and vendor coordination for repairs and procurement.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams and senior IT staff to provide an excellent experience in support of the business.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant IT experience, including time as a senior technician, lead, or escalation point.
• Demonstrated experience with Mac and Windows device deployments, including endpoint management tooling such as Intune, Jamf.
• Advanced troubleshooting ability across hardware, software, networking, and identity or access‑based issues.
• Experience administering identity and access platforms such as Microsoft Entra ID or Active Directory, including group and license management.
• Proven ability to plan work, prioritize competing tasks, and meet commitments in a fast‑moving environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues to non‑technical users and set clear expectations.
• Experience with helpdesk and ticketing systems, including reporting on queue health and team performance.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional standing and walking within the office
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check‑ups, orthodontics, and vision care
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry‑standard salaries with opportunities for performance‑based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company's success
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short‑and long‑term disability coverage
• Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

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