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Kraken powers some of the most innovative global developments in energy.

We’re a technology company focused on creating a smart, sustainable energy system. From optimising renewable generation, creating a more intelligent grid and enabling utilities to provide excellent customer experiences, our operating system for energy is transforming the industry around the world in a way that benefits everyone.

It’s a really exciting time in energy. Help us make a real impact on shaping a better, more sustainable future.

We are very excited to be building a small and efficient TechOps team at Kraken. We are looking for an ambitious, knowledgeable, and experienced TechOps Generalist to join our team, to grow with the rest of the company, and ensure we are doing so in a secure and safe way.

You will be a key partner in defining what TechOps is at Kraken. We will be shaping this team to provide a world class support service to our employees, building our way out of problems with engineering firepower and undertaking transformational organisational change.

What is TechOps?

A more modern, more lean version of a traditional enterprise IT team. We cover everything from what most people would call “1st line support” all the way up to high-level strategic planning, and everything in between.

We tackle big problems and the breadth of work is huge. Dealing with ambiguity is a key part of working in TechOps, and every day will be a new and exciting one, working on varying challenges across the company.

We have a cloud-first approach to everything we do. This allows us to scale quickly and focus on things where we can add the most value. No on-prem AD here!

Roles that you might currently be in:

Desktop support analyst, 1st line support, 2nd line support, Systems engineer, DevOps, Tech support, Technical support, Technical support analyst, IT support, IT desktop support, Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, Workplace technology, Solutions specialist, Solutions administrator, Systems manager, Support manager.

What you'll do Provide delightful day-to-day technical support to all areas of the business, to ensure our incredible employees are able to do their job as efficiently as possible. Their problems are our problemsTroubleshoot and fix a wide range of technical issues, from laptop faults and network issues, to account provisioning failures and SSO problemsCollaborate closely with our Security team to ensure we strike the right balance between security, productivity and user experienceContinually find opportunities to automate our processes and improve the user experienceEmpower our people to help themselves by designing and building self-service solutionsMonitor and maintain all the tech in our offices around the world - networks, meeting rooms, printers, digital signage, CCTV, door access controlManaging supplier relationships and the procurement process for SaaS and hardwareLead and manage complex technical projects with multiple stakeholders from around the business.

Examples of some TechOps projects include…
Rollout of, and migration to, a new identity providermacOS and Windows MDM migrationRollout of a new device trust and posture compliance solutionThe replacement of insecure factors like SMS with phishing-resistant factorsOffice fit-outs, including tech like network, AV, access control etcSaaS migrations for acquisitions e.g. Microsoft 365 to Google Workspace

What you'll needExperience leading on a range of technical projects across various technologies and platformsExperience with scripting, using APIs and automating mundane, error-prone repetitive tasksTo be comfortable with a huge amount of ambiguity and spinning a lot of plates all at the same timeExperience working with multiple teams and managing multiple stakeholdersExperience supporting, managing and deploying applications to macOS, Windows, iOS and Android devicesExperience with Identity & Access Management systems like Okta or Microsoft EntraExperience administering and troubleshooting Single Sign-On (SSO) technologies such as OAuth, OIDC and SAMLAn understanding of identity provisioning technologies such as SCIMExperience of designing and installing office networks - we use Cisco MerakiA conscientious approach to everything you do and a passion for doing the right thing rather than the easy thing

Don’t think you check off all of the above? We love hiring passionate people with a drive to learn so get in touch and let us know which areas you don’t currently have confidence and/or experience with, we’d love to hear from you!

Why else you'll love it hereGreat medical, dental, and vision insurance options including FSAsPaid time off — we know working hard means also being able to recharge as needed, we trust our employees to get the work done and take the time they need401(k) plan with employer matchParental leave. Biological, adoptive and foster parents are all eligible. Pre-tax commuter benefitsFlexible working environment: you need to shift around your schedule? You do you, we genuinely believe in work/life balance. Equity Options: every Kraken employee owns part of the business. We’re a team, working together towards huge goals. Every person is crucial to our success, you should be rewarded as such. Modern office or co-working spaces depending on locationWe hire a wide range of experience levels into our delivery teams. The salary range for this role in NYC ranges on average from $95,000 - $150,000 depending on relevant experience, role alignment, and technical/client management expertise demonstrated throughout the interview process. While the broad salary range is listed, not all candidates will be placed at the top of the range—this will be determined by the overall fit for the position. If you have questions about this, just ask! Our recruiters are happy to provide more context.

Kraken is a certified Great Place to Work in France, Germany, Spain, Japan and Australia. In the UK we are one of the Best Workplaces on Glassdoor with a score of 4.7. Check out our Welcome to the Jungle site (FR/EN) to learn more about our teams and culture.

Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. If you have any specific accommodations or a unique preference, please contact us at inclusion@kraken.tech and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!

Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Kraken, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. We consider all applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. U.S. based candidates can learn more about their EEO rights here.

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