Senior IT Specialist

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Los Angeles, CA
Hybrid
96K-115K Annually
Senior level
Cloud • Mobile • Software
BuildOps is the only all-in-one operational platform built specifically for the modern commercial contractor.
The Role
The Senior IT Specialist will manage IT support tickets, administer user access across various applications, troubleshoot issues, and maintain documentation in a fast-paced environment.
Summary Generated by Built In

At BuildOps, we’re building a groundbreaking software solution, purpose-built to support today’s commercial contractors. From helping our customers manage their service department all the way to project management, we’re breaking the mold and building a team that invests in our mission statement. We love driven, self-motivated folks experienced in tech start-ups and thrive in fast-paced environments. Could you be our next hire?

We're looking for a Senior IT Specialist who will be the operational backbone of our IT infrastructure. You'll handle 15-25 support tickets daily, manage access provisioning across 40+ SaaS applications, and troubleshoot everything from authentication issues to integration breakages. This is a high-volume, user-facing role where you'll work independently to keep our growing team productive. Strong documentation skills are critical. If you thrive on variety, enjoy helping people solve technical problems, and take pride in operational excellence, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do:

  • Manage identity and access across Okta, Google Workspace, 1Password, and 40+ SaaS applications (40% of daily work)
  • Provision system admin accounts, Okta apps, vault access, and multi-step tools like Heap, Gong, and Windmill
  • Troubleshoot authentication issues including password resets, MFA setup, phone loss recovery, and account lockouts
  • Resolve integration issues with Salesforce Connected Apps, Greenhouse SSO, and browser compatibility problems
  • Support Mac users via Kandji MDM including hardware troubleshooting, device setup, and SOC II compliance enforcement
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation including runbooks, troubleshooting guides, and process improvements
  • Collaborate with DevOps on AWS permissions, Security on vendor reviews, and HR on onboarding/offboarding workflows
  • Manage daily ticket queue via Slack and Jira Service Management with strong prioritization and independent problem-solving

What We Look For:

  • 2+ years of Okta administration experience (app provisioning, user management, MFA troubleshooting)
  • 3+ years supporting Mac users in an MDM environment (Kandji, Jamf, or similar)
  • 2+ years of Jira administration experience (project management, permissions, workflows, ticket queue management)
  • 4+ years in IT support or help desk roles with high-volume ticket experience (15+ tickets/day)
  • Strong SaaS ecosystem knowledge across identity, collaboration, and business tools
  • Excellent written communication skills for Slack-based support with non-technical users
  • Proven ability to create clear technical documentation and runbooks
  • Self-directed troubleshooter who researches solutions independently and knows when to escalate
  • Remote user support experience with strong prioritization skills under pressure
  • Genuine patience for helping non-technical users and explaining complex concepts simply

Nice To Have:

  • Auth0 experience for system admin account provisioning
  • Salesforce administration or Connected Apps troubleshooting
  • Experience with Heap, Gong, Gainsight, Windmill provisioning workflows
  • Security compliance awareness (SOC II, vendor security reviews)
  • Integration troubleshooting experience (webhooks, APIs, SSO/SAML)
  • Previous startup or fast-paced environment experience
  • Track record of process improvement and automation
  • Vendor management experience with license renewals and support escalations

Compensation:

  • $96,000 - $115,000 base salary range + annual bonus
What we offer:
  • Generous equity grant, become an owner in our company!
  • Macbook computer provided
  • A comprehensive benefits package
  • Flexible PTO and hybrid work schedules
  • Work from home stipend
  • Hubs in Los Angeles, Toronto, and Raleigh with hybrid work schedules and lunch provided for in-office days
  • Company events like BBQs and team-building activities, both in-person and virtual
  • Fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic work environment
  • Opportunities for growth and career advancement
  • Chance to work with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions
  • The chance to get in on the ground floor and build something truly groundbreaking for ourselves and our amazing customers
About BuildOps

Join BuildOps, the largest commercial trade platform in the country, as we transform the multi-billion dollar commercial contracting industry!

We’re not just talking incremental improvements—we’re talking a full-scale revolution, empowering the hardworking heroes who build and maintain the infrastructure that keeps our world running. See why contractors choose Buildops here.

This is your chance to be part of a rocketship. We’re fresh off a $1 billion valuation and a $127M Series C funding round (part of over $275M raised to date) led by industry-leading investors like Meritech Capital, BOND, and SE Ventures, backed by Schneider Electric (Reuters, TechCrunch, LA Business Journal) . Our latest investors join our team of industry heavyweights like Next47, former Twitter CEO Dick Costolo, former Salesforce President Gavin Patterson, and Boost Mobile CEO Stephen Stokols. Their investment is fueling our aggressive growth and our commitment to equipping contractors with AI-driven tools to conquer chaos, boost efficiency, skyrocket profitability, and ultimately, deliver exceptional service.

At BuildOps, we’re changing the game and doing the best work of our careers. You’ll be a key player in a company that’s truly making a difference for the backbone of our economy. If you’re ready to tackle big challenges, work with a passionate team, and build something extraordinary, BuildOps is the place for you. 🚀

Top Skills

1Password
AWS
Gong
Google Workspace
Heap
JIRA
Kandji
macOS
Okta
Salesforce
Windmill
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The Company
HQ: Santa Monica, California
300 Employees
Year Founded: 2018

What We Do

BuildOps is the only all-in-one management software built specifically for the modern commercial contractor, combining service and project management and everything in between. Focused on serving the commercial Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) market, the BuildOps platform enables contractors to prove out current market trends, optimize their business for higher profits, and stay ahead of the competition.

Why Work With Us

The idea for BuildOps was born out of the very real need felt by our founders from their own experience both in technology and in the field. We’re a widespread, but tight-knit, team of go-getters. We are passionate but humble. Unique, but fiercely collaborative. And at the end of the day, we truly love what we do.

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