Cloud Systems Administrator

Kyverna Therapeutics is a patient-centered, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing cell therapies for patients suffering from autoimmune diseases. The Kyverna therapeutic platform leverages advanced T cell engineering to suppress and eliminate autoreactive immune cells at the origin of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Be at the forefront of cell therapy innovation by joining scientists, industry veterans and healthcare visionaries and help transform how autoimmune diseases are treated

Kyverna is recruiting a Cloud Systems Administrator in its Information Technology organization to help advance its mission to free patients from the siege of autoimmune disease.  The ideal candidate will contribute to our goals of navigating what’s next in synthetic biology, immunology and cell engineering while living our core values: bring intellectual humility, elevate each other, and stay true to why. 

Reports to: Director, IT Infrastructure & Security

Location: Emeryville, CA (Hybrid – in office twice a week - Tuesday/Wednesday)

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Director, IT Infrastructure & Security, the candidate will have the following responsibilities:
• Design and Implementation: Design, deploy, and manage infrastructure based on business requirements. This involves architecting reliable, scalable and secure systems.
• Infrastructure Management: Manage and maintain infrastructure, including compute, storage, networking, and security components. This may involve configuring virtual machines, containers, databases, and other cloud services. Manage SSL/TLS certificates and infrastructure.
• Monitoring and Optimization: Monitor system availability and performance as well as identify bottlenecks and optimize resource utilization to ensure cost-effectiveness and performance efficiency.
• Security and Compliance: Implement security best practices and compliance measures to safeguard data and infrastructure in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Automation and Orchestration: Automate routine tasks and workflows using scripting languages or configuration management tools to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual errors.
• Backup Management: Manage and maintain cloud backup solutions and ensure recovery processes are reliable and secure.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Troubleshoot issues, investigate root causes, and provide timely resolution to incidents and service requests. Offer technical support and guidance to internal teams or end-users as needed.
• Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Maintain comprehensive documentation of cloud environments, configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps. Share knowledge and best practices with team members to foster continuous learning and improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, related field or relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience in system administration, network administration, cloud computing or similar role.
• Cloud Platforms: Proficiency in cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Certification in one or more cloud technologies is often preferred (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator Associate).
• Networking and Security: Strong understanding of networking concepts, security principles, and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, SSL/TLS). Experience with firewall configuration, access control, and encryption techniques.
• Scripting and Programming: Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Containerization and Orchestration: Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes.
• Identity and Access Management: Familiarity with authentication and authorization protocols and their operational capabilities (e.g. Single Sign-On, Multi-Factor Authentication).
• Collaboration and Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for documenting systems, presenting proposals, and interacting with stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and troubleshooting complex technical issues in a dynamic environment.
• Adaptability and Continuous Learning: Willingness to adapt to new technologies, methodologies, and industry trends. Commitment to continuous learning and professional development through training, certifications, and hands-on experience.

The salary range for candidates residing in Northern California for this position is $115,000 to $145,000 annually. This salary range is an estimate of what we reasonably expect to pay for this posted position, and the actual salary may vary based on various factors, including without limitation geographic location, individual education, experience, tenure, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.  This position is also eligible for bonus, benefits, and participation in Company’s stock option plan.

Kyverna is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Kyverna is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identify, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE/AA/Vets