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Lead System Administrator

Lead the technical escalation for IT services at Braze, ensuring reliability and operational excellence in a hybrid work environment.

Location
New York City
Compensation
$111k–$174k/yr
Level
lead
Type
full time · Hybrid

Posted by employer 1 month ago

First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago

Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago

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Not disclosed in this posting: years of experience, visa sponsorship.

Benefits

401k Match Education Budget Unlimited PTO Equity/Stock Options Remote Work Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

The Lead Systems Administrator at Braze is responsible for overseeing the reliability and security of IT services, acting as the primary escalation point for complex technical issues. This role requires expertise in SaaS platforms like Google Workspace and Okta, along with strong skills in scripting and automation. Ideal candidates will have a hands-on approach to problem-solving and a background in IT operations, making this position suitable for experienced professionals looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 5, 2026. Last confirmed on Braze's careers page October 27, 2026.
  • Salary band is below the typical range for DevOps/SRE roles (median ~$165,000).

Quick facts

Is the Lead System Administrator role remote?
It's hybrid — Braze expects some on-site time in New York City.
What's the salary range?
Braze lists $111,000–$174,000 for this role.
Where is the role based?
Braze is hiring for this position in New York City.
What's the tech stack?
Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AWS, Git, Google Workspace, Jira, Okta, Python.
What seniority level is this role?
Braze targets lead candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Lead System Administrator role at Braze.

From the original posting

At Braze, we have found our people. We’re a genuinely approachable, exceptionally kind, and intensely passionate crew.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

We are seeking a Lead Systems Administrator to act as the technical escalation point for our Service Desk and to own the reliability, security, and operational excellence of our IT services. In this role, you will lead incident response, perform deep root cause analysis, and proactively improve systems through automation and process improvements. You will also serve as a mentor and subject matter expert across multiple IT domains.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the primary escalation point for the Service Desk to investigate and resolve complex technical issues
  • Own the maintenance, configuration, availability, and business continuity of core IT services
  • Act as Incident Manager or partner closely with Incident Management during service outages, and security incidents, ensuring clear and timely communication to the business
  • Identify recurring issues, define corrective actions, and implement long-term solutions
  • Provide advanced support for Google Workspace, including email delivery, permissions, security issues, and service integrations
  • Support escalated issues across Zscaler, macOS, networking, Google Workspace, and Okta
  • Troubleshoot and maintain integrations of IT SaaS such as; Okta, Google Workspace, Slack, Zscaler and Iru
  • Serve as Tier 3 support for macOS, hardware, and network-related issues
  • Design, write, and maintain custom scripts or applications to improve system efficiency and reduce manual effort
  • Create and maintain IT documentation and contribute to the Knowledge Base
  • Manage vendor relationships for IT services and tools
  • Investigate and remediate security-related issues across Gmail, Slack, and Okta
  • Mentor team members and promote IT best practices across the organization

WHO YOU ARE

  • A hands-on problem solver who takes ownership and strives for operational excellence
  • Experienced in supporting SaaS platforms such as Google Workspace, Slack, Okta, Iru, and other enterprise IT services, including API-based administration
  • Knowledgeable in virtualization and cloud environments (AWS, VMware, or equivalent)
  • Proficient in scripting and automation using tools such as Bash, Python, and/or Ruby
  • Comfortable using tools such as Jira, Git, and GAM
  • Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and improving IT services
  • Strong understanding of IT operations best practices, including security, storage, data protection, and disaster recovery
  • Self-directed, detail-oriented, and capable of prioritizing work based on impact and urgency
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong networking fundamentals, including familiarity with the OSI model
  • Familiar with software development lifecycle principles

Bonus Qualifications:

  • ITIL Foundation (or higher) certification
    Experience managing cloud infrastructure in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform

For candidates based in the United States, the pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $111,000 and $174,000/year with an expected On Target Earnings (OTE) between $123,000 and $193,000/year (including bonus or commission). Your exact offer may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to cash compensation, this role qualifies for a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes equity grants of restricted stock (RSUs) so that you will own a piece of our company.

WHAT WE OFFER

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