LAIKA is a world-renowned stop motion animation studio known for groundbreaking storytelling and technical innovation. We are seeking a Sr Apple Systems Engineer to join our Support Engineering team to help design, support, and evolve the technology services and infrastructure that power our teams.
The Sr Apple Systems Engineer leads the development and operation of LAIKA’s systems and related management infrastructure. This position works collaboratively with artists and technicians to develop standards, test new configurations and applications, and ensure all systems function in a consistent and reliable manner.
Job Functions- Design, develop, and operate enterprise management systems for desktop and mobile devices.
- Develop processes for testing and deploying new products and operating systems.
- Create and manage Apple enterprise device policies.
- Lead the creation and implementation of Apple management best practices.
- Integrate Apple systems with enterprise network, storage, and data protection systems.
- Act as the final point of escalation for Apple related issues and initiatives.
- Lead the effort to integrate Apple systems into CI/CD platforms.
- Develop and report on metrics related to Apple systems management.
- Analyze and troubleshoot technical production issues as required.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and system administrators.
- 5+ years’ experience in enterprise systems engineering with a focus on Apple systems.
- Demonstrated experience with scripting languages (Python or Ruby, preferred) and systems configuration management tools, Jamf 300 certification, or equivalent experience.
- Advanced experience integrating desktop systems with enterprise infrastructure including network, IAM, SSO, and storage systems (e.g., Qumulo and Isilon).
- Experience with project management, Kanban, Scrum, and related methodologies.
- Well organized with strong planning, problem solving, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work both collaboratively and independently, and to provide leadership in large or cross-team efforts.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Able to effectively manage shifting priorities within tight deadlines while fostering positive working relationships.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear both in person and by telephone and work in confined spaces (e.g. data centers and closets). The employee must lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works under typical office conditions and is exposed to variable indoor temperatures. The noise level is usually quiet or moderate.
On-Site in Hillsboro, OR, and eligible for hybrid work.
SalarySalary is commensurate with skills and experience.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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Skills Required
- 5+ years experience in enterprise systems engineering with a focus on Apple systems
- Demonstrated experience with scripting languages (Python or Ruby)
- Experience with systems configuration management tools and Jamf 300 certification or equivalent experience
- Advanced experience integrating desktop systems with enterprise infrastructure including network, IAM, SSO, and storage systems (e.g., Qumulo and Isilon)
- Experience with project management methodologies (Kanban, Scrum)
- Ability to provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and system administrators
- Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to manage shifting priorities and lead cross-team efforts
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 45 pounds and work in data centers and confined spaces
What We Do
LAIKA was founded in 2005 in Oregon and is guided by the vision of its President & CEO Travis Knight. Located just outside Portland, Oregon, LAIKA was awarded a Scientific and Technology Oscar® for its innovation in 3D printing in 2016. Its five films - Missing Link (2019); Kubo and the Two Strings (2016); The Boxtrolls (2014); ParaNorman (2012), and Coraline (2009) - were all nominated for Oscars® and PGA Awards as Outstanding Animated Film. Missing Link was the first LAIKA film to win the Golden Globe® for Best Animated Feature and was awarded two Visual Effects Society (VES) awards for Outstanding Visual Effects in an Animated Feature and Outstanding Animated Character, and received seven Annie Award nominations. Kubo received a second Oscar® nomination for Outstanding Visual Effects and won the BAFTA Award, as well as three Annie Awards, the National Board of Review's Best Animated Feature citation, and 19 regional and critics’ group awards. The Boxtrolls earned Critics’ Choice and Golden Globe Award nominations and 13 Annie Award nominations, more than any other film that year. ParaNorman garnered BAFTA, Critics’ Choice, and GLAAD Media Award nominations, won two Annie Awards, and was cited as the year’s best animated film by 14 critics’ groups. Coraline earned Golden Globe, BAFTA, and Critics’ Choice nominations and was named one of the year’s 10 Best Films by the American Film Institute (AFI). For more information, visit http://www.LAIKA.com.
