IT Engineer

About Formation Bio

Formation Bio is a tech and AI driven pharma company differentiated by radically more efficient drug development. 

Advancements in AI and drug discovery are creating more candidate drugs than the industry can progress because of the high cost and time of clinical trials. Recognizing that this development bottleneck may ultimately limit the number of new medicines that can reach patients, Formation Bio, founded in 2016 as TrialSpark Inc., has built technology platforms, processes, and capabilities to accelerate all aspects of drug development and clinical trials. Formation Bio partners, acquires, or in-licenses drugs from pharma companies, research organizations, and biotechs to develop programs past clinical proof of concept and beyond, ultimately helping to bring new medicines to patients. The company is backed by investors across pharma and tech, including a16z, Sequoia, Sanofi, Thrive Capital, Sam Altman, John Doerr, Spark Capital, SV Angel Growth, and others. 

You can read more at the following links:

• Our Vision for AI in Pharma
• Our Current Drug Portfolio
• Our Technology & Platform

At Formation Bio, our values are the driving force behind our mission to revolutionize the pharma industry. Every team and individual at the company shares these same values, and every team and individual plays a key part in our mission to bring new treatments to patients faster and more efficiently.

About the Position

We are seeking an IT Engineer to join our Technical Operations team, where they will play a critical role in designing, developing, and implementing technical solutions that support business operations. This position focuses on IT infrastructure, endpoint management, automation, and security while contributing to strategic projects such as Single Sign-On (SSO) implementation and AI-driven automation initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Windows and macOS endpoint management, Python and PowerShell scripting, and corporate IT platforms such as Jamf, Intune, Google Workspace, and Okta. They will work closely with internal teams to optimize IT systems, and drive automation, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our IT operations as our team and systems grow.

Responsibilities

Infrastructure & Systems Administration

• Perform routine maintenance, updates, and optimizations on IT infrastructure and systems.
• Administer Windows and macOS endpoints using Jamf and Intune.
• Manage and support Google Workspace and ensure seamless integration with IT systems.
• Develop and maintain IT system documentation, policies, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with IT security standards, access controls, and company policies.

SSO Implementation & Authentication Security

• Support ongoing Okta implementation, automation and integration initiatives.
• Enhance identity and access management (IAM) processes for improved security and user experience.
• Work with security teams to enforce zero-trust security principles and authentication best practices.

Automation & AI-Driven IT Solutions

• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python and PowerShell to streamline IT operations.

• Identify and implement AI-driven automation solutions to optimize workflows and IT service delivery.
• Research and introduce new technologies and automation strategies to improve efficiency.

Technical Support & Collaboration

• • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new IT solutions and enhance IT services.
  • Support software and hardware integration projects to align with business needs.
  • Provide advanced troubleshooting and escalation support for IT-related incidents.
  • Stay up to date with emerging IT trends, security protocols, and best practices.

About You

• 3+ years of IT experience in system administration, or related fields.
• Proficiency in Python and PowerShell for automation and scripting.
• Experience managing macOS and Windows endpoints using Jamf and Intune.
• Hands-on experience with Windows 10 & 11.
• Understanding of system administration, networking, and security best practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex IT issues, identify automation opportunities, and optimize IT workflows.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset, with the ability to work independently and within a team.

Formation Bio is headquartered in New York City, with plans to build a larger team and presence in Boston. We are prioritizing hiring in these areas, with an expectation for NYC-based employees to work in the office at least two days per week. While our primary focus is on candidates in NYC (including the Tri-state Area) and Boston, we may consider remote candidates from specific geographies based on qualifications, skills, and business needs. We believe that in-person collaboration is essential for breaking down silos, fostering cross-functional teamwork, and embedding our company values into daily work. All employees located outside of the NYC Metro Area will be expected to travel to the NYC office at least four times per year for company events and team-specific meetings or activities.

Compensation:

Salary ranges are informed in part by geographic location, in addition to other factors. The target salary ranges for this role are: 

• NYC Metro Area, Boston Metro Area, SF Bay Area: $83,000 - $105,000
• All Other Eligible Remote Locations: $79,000 - $100,000 

The ranges provided above include base salary only. In addition to base salary, we offer equity, generous perks, hybrid flexibility, and comprehensive benefits.

If this range doesn’t match your expectations, please still apply because we may have something else for you.

**Eligible Remote Locations:
Alabama (AL), Arizona (AZ), California (CA), Connecticut (CT), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Illinois (IL), Indiana (IN), Maryland (MD), Massachusetts (MA), New Hampshire (NH), New Jersey (NJ), North Carolina (NC), Ohio (OH), Pennsylvania (PA), South Carolina (SC), Texas (TX), Utah (UT), Virginia (VA), and Washington, D.C. (DC).

You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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