Polychain Capital

IT Engineer - Full Time

Polychain Capital$110K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years managing and supporting corporate IT systems in fast-paced environments
  • Strong hands-on experience with macOS and iOS administration
  • Deep understanding of user administration
  • Familiarity with MDM platforms (e.g., Jamf)
  • Working knowledge of AV systems and remote collaboration tools
  • Experience with SaaS application management and access control best practices
  • Experience with EDR endpoint security tools
  • Ability to communicate clearly across teams and multitask effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary helpdesk technician for global technical and non-technical users
  • Troubleshoot and maintain Apple endpoints
  • Provide operational support and strategic guidance for corporate IT systems
  • Provision, configure, and manage laptops and mobile devices using MDM tools
  • Provide AV tech support for webinars and meetings
  • Support logistics for hardware shipping and deployment
  • Collaborate with security and engineering teams to streamline IT operations
  • Write and maintain technical documentation and process guides
  • Participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support
  • Improve vendor relationships and IT infrastructure project roadmaps.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Opportunity for professional development and training
  • Flexible work schedule with remote work options available
  • Supportive and collaborative company culture
  • Engagement in impactful long-term IT and security strategy.
Full Job Description
This role is based in San Francisco and blends hands-on technical support with high-level infrastructure planning and implementation. You'll play a critical part in managing corporate IT systems, ensuring seamless end-user experiences, and helping shape our long-term IT and security strategy.

Position Overview:
This full-time role blends day-to-day technical support with broader infrastructure planning and security responsibilities. You'll be the go-to person for IT operations - ensuring our global team stays productive, secure, and well-supported. From managing Apple devices and AV systems to implementing endpoint security and streamlining IT processes, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, high-trust environment. This is a great fit for someone who's equally comfortable solving hands-on issues and driving long-term IT strategy.

Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the primary helpdesk technician, resolving day-to-day IT issues for a global team of technical and non-technical users.
  • Troubleshooting/maintaining Apple endpoints.
  • Provide operational support and strategic guidance for all corporate IT systems.
  • Provision, configure, and manage laptops and mobile devices using MDM tools.
  • Provide AV tech support during webinars, remote meetings, and onsite events.
  • Support domestic and international logistics for hardware shipping and deployment.
  • Collaborate with security and engineering teams to automate IT operations and repetitive tasks.
  • Write and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and process guides.
  • Participate in on-call rotation and provide occasional after-hours support.
  • Continuously improve vendor relationships and IT infrastructure project roadmaps.
  • Support incident response efforts using SIEM/EDR tools.


Requirements:
  • 3-5 years of experience managing and supporting corporate IT systems in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong hands-on experience with macOS, iOS administration.
  • Deep understanding of user administration.
  • Familiarity with MDM platforms (Jamf, etc.)
  • Working knowledge of AV systems and remote collaboration tools.
  • Experience with SaaS application management and access control best practices.
  • Familiar with office networking.
  • Experience with EDR endpoint security tools.
  • Ability to work independently, multitask effectively, and communicate clearly across teams.
  • Located in or willing to commute to San Francisco.

Competitive Compensation: Starting at $110,000 annual salary (dependent on experience) plus eligibility for discretionary annual performance bonus.

About Polychain Capital

Polychain Capital is a hedge fund that invests in blockchain-based assets. It was founded in 2016 by Olaf Carlson-Wee, the first employee of Coinbase. The company has raised over $200 million from investors and manages over $1 billion in assets. Polychain Capital is known for its investments in cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Filecoin.
Learn more about Polychain Capital
Size
50 employees
Industry
Founded
2016

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