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Solutions Engineer

Stanford University

Stanford, CA
Full Time
Senior
125k-150k
7 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Solutions Engineer at Stanford University's Endpoint Engineering and Development (EED) team, supporting university-wide endpoint management systems and infrastructure. The role involves leading technical solutions, managing cloud infrastructure, and collaborating across teams to enhance the university's IT environment. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization supporting research and education at a world-class institution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the continued evolution of the Jamf environment and spearhead the strategic migration to Microsoft Intune.
  • Architect and execute complex technical solutions by partnering with developers and engineers on projects ranging from targeted scripts to sophisticated, cross-functional implementations.
  • Administer cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP) to support and enhance endpoint management services.
  • Present to different audiences, from end-users to senior leadership, on the status of endpoint management projects and initiatives.
  • Design, build, and maintain the operating system environment for macOS and Windows endpoints, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and security.
  • Develop custom applications, tools, and middleware to solve endpoint management challenges and automate workflows.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on Jamf, providing strategic direction and best-practice documentation.
  • Lead the design and configuration of endpoint and network security, ensuring alignment with security standards.
  • Architect and configure scalable solutions for network, server, and client devices for university initiatives.
  • Develop automated solutions for software installation, modification, and management to maintain a seamless user experience.
  • Evaluate and integrate new technologies into the computing environment.
  • Resolve complex system problems and provide training or support to staff and end-users.
  • Facilitate vendor relationships and act as a liaison with campus departments.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Expert-level experience in designing, implementing, supporting, and planning Jamf rollouts in a large-scale enterprise organization.
  • Ability to provide strategic guidance and execution for Microsoft Intune.
  • Expert-level knowledge of macOS and advanced knowledge of Windows environments, including hardware, software, and security hardening.
  • Advanced proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell, with desirable experience in modern development languages like Swift.
  • Deep understanding of enterprise networking concepts, including security, directory services (AD, OD), and cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure).
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure, Intune, and Azure Active Directory, including IdP configurations and integrations such as Shibboleth or SAML.
  • Advanced knowledge of endpoint security concepts and best practices, especially in environments requiring high security.
  • Experience with CI/CD tools for build automation and deployment.
  • Experience developing and managing middleware solutions and supporting infrastructure.
  • Proven ability to work independently on complex projects and collaboratively within a team, with strong presentation and mentoring skills.
  • Experience using ticketing systems such as Jira and ServiceNow for customer support.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with modern development languages like Swift.

Qualifications

  • Educational background with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Career development programs, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities to audit courses.
  • Superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
  • Health care benefits and wellness programs, including fitness classes and exercise facilities.
  • Access to cultural and recreational resources such as museums, trails, and sculptures.
  • Free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts, and other resources.

Working at Stanford University

Stanford University fosters a diverse, collaborative, and mission-driven environment that values impact, growth, and innovation. The organization supports its staff with extensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a culture that emphasizes caring, discovery, and community engagement.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 17, 2025
Salary125k-150k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

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stanford.edu

Location

Stanford, CA

Industry

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