Astranis is connecting the four billion people in the world who do not currently have access to the internet. We are building the next generation of smaller, lower-cost spacecraft to bring the world online.
We are well-funded by some of the best investors in the business and have raised over $400 million to date. We have a world-class team that is passionate about building amazing technology. And we have a fun and collaborative work environment where you will learn a lot and make a huge impact no matter where you are in your career. Just check out our Glassdoor reviews to see what our team has to say about working at Astranis.
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As a Senior IT Systems Administrator you will play a pivotal role in supporting our team and maintaining our cutting-edge infrastructure, as we work to revolutionize the satellite industry and connect the world like never before!
Your primary responsibility will be overseeing our most critical Linux systems, ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of our systems across cloud, on-premises, and physical devices. Your expertise in Linux administration and Bash scripting will be critical in achieving these goals.
We're seeking a proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for detail, committed to upholding best practices. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented teams and contribute to a mission that will change the world. Join us on this exciting journey and help build the future of satellite technology.
Role
- Deploy, maintain, and oversee physical and virtual infrastructure
- Test and deploy new software and technologies
- Writing automation scripts
- Working closely with our engineering teams to provide support for the development and manufacturing of space hardware
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and best practices for system administration
- Collaborate with team members to address IT challenges as they arise
- Ensure compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending improvements and new solutions as appropriate
Requirements
- 6+ years of experience general System Administration
- 3+ years of experience in Linux Administration
- 2+ years experience in Bash scripting
- Excellent customer service
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across diverse platforms
- Administration experience with Active Directory, Okta, Google Workspace or similar
- Experience working with cloud-based infrastructure - AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.
- Proficiency in configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef
- Highly motivated with an eye for improving processes through automation
- Comfort with (and enthusiasm for) taking on tasks that require learning new skills and using new tools
- Able to perform duties autonomously without much supervision
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Don’t meet all the requirements? Not a problem. Please apply anyway
Bonus
- Experience with AWS
- Experience with FreeIPA
- Familiarity with containerization engines (Docker, Kubernetes) and associated administration
- Experience administering wired and wireless networks, VPNs, and cloud-based services
- Familiarity with backup systems such as Veeam
- Knowledge of EAR regulations
- Atlassian (Jira, Confluence) Servers
- Implementation of High Performance Computing and clustering of services.
- Okta implementation and management
What we offer:
Base pay is a single component of Astranis' total rewards package, which may also include equity in the form of incentive stock options, performance bonuses, high quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, 401(K) retirement, and free on-site catered meals.
Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position.
All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity, robust benefits, and bonuses.
What we offer:
Base pay is a single component of Astranis' total rewards package, which may also include equity in the form of incentive stock options, performance bonuses, high quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, 401(K) retirement, and free on-site catered meals.
Astranis pay ranges are infomed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position.
Base Salary
$150,000—$180,000 USD
U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, Or Refugee/Asylee Status Required
(To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))
Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.
All employees of Astranis are required to be vaccinated by the start of their employment. Mandatory vaccinations support our commitment to making our workplace and public facilities as safe and welcoming as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals who are not able to get the vaccine due to qualifying medical or religious reasons.