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Navan · 5 hours ago

Manager, IT Systems Engineering

positionSan Francisco, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$112K/yr - $200K/yr
date7+ years exp

Navan is seeking an experienced and strategic Manager, IT Systems Engineering to lead their core IT Systems teams. This role is essential for driving efficiency, security, and innovation across end-user computing and enterprise application landscapes, while managing multiple initiatives and collaborating cross-functionally.

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Responsibilities

Manage and mentor our Application Systems Engineering and Client Platform Engineering teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, automation, and technical excellence
Lead the design, implementation, and administration of critical enterprise SaaS applications (e.g., Okta, Google Workspace, Atlassian, Slack, Entra ID), as well as endpoint management platforms (e.g., Jamf, Intune, UEM, Virtual Desktops)
Prioritize and manage workloads, ensuring the teams deliver key initiatives and projects within demanding timelines
Oversee the architecture, deployment, securing, managing, and maintaining of end-user computing environments and platforms
Provide strategic guidance on the evolution and optimization of our IT systems and infrastructure, including Identity and Access Management (IAM) functions and Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions
Continuously evaluate the environment for strategic gaps, driving initiatives to enhance system maturity and security posture
Act as the highest-level escalation point for the most challenging system issues and outages
Ensure the implementation and enhancement of endpoint deployment, configuration management, patching, and compliance processes
Proactively identify and automate complex manual processes across both application and client platforms
Oversee the development and maintenance of comprehensive, high-quality IT documentation, playbooks, and system integration plans
Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and other teams to develop best practices, tools, and procedures for a secure, stable, and user-friendly environment
Partner with stakeholders across business units to understand technology requirements and provide technical solutions

Qualification

IAM conceptsUEMMDM toolsAutomation scriptingLarge-scale deploymentsCloud computingCybersecurity best practicesIT operationsAnalytical skillsRelevant certificationsTeam leadershipProblem-solvingCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Proven experience (7+ years) in a technical role such as IT Systems Engineer, IT Infrastructure Engineer, or equivalent, with at least 2 years of experience effectively managing and guiding technical teams
Expert-level knowledge and practical application of advanced IAM concepts (SSO, SAML, SCIM, OIDC, RBAC, ABAC) and experience in implementing solutions like Okta and Microsoft Entra ID
Deep technical understanding and experience in managing UEM and MDM tools (e.g., Jamf, Microsoft Intune, NinjaOne, SCCM/MECM)
Strong proficiency in automation scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Shell scripts) and experience with iPaaS platforms (e.g., Okta Workflows, Workato) for complex integrations
Experience handling large-scale device and application deployments, endpoint lifecycle management, and virtual desktop environments (e.g., Azure Virtual Desktop, Citrix)
Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure)
Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, and complex problem-solving skills, coupled with a deep understanding of IT operations, incident management, and change management best practices
Demonstrated ability to drive measurable results and lead technical teams in a dynamic, fast-paced, high-growth environment
Highly organized, attentive to detail, proactive, and capable of managing multiple initiatives simultaneously while meeting critical deadlines
Strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices and endpoint protection technology
Flexibility for odd hours and on-call duties is required to support critical operations and global infrastructure

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field is a huge plus
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Okta Certified Administrator/Consultant, Jamf Certified Admin/Expert, Okta Certified Workflows)

Company

Navan

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Navan provides travel, expense, and corporate card management to automate manual processes and drive spend visibility.
dateFounded in 2015
location
Palo Alto, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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https://navan.com

H1B Sponsorship

Navan has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.25B
Key Investors
Goldman Sachs Bank USACoatueGreenoaks
2025-10-30IPO
2025-04-07Convertible Note
2022-12-08Debt Financing· $400M

Leadership Team

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Ariel Cohen
CEO and Co-Founder
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Carlos Avelar
Account Executive

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