IT System Engineer, Turo

$98-110k

+ Equity

SQL
AWS
JavaScript
Python
Bash
Linux
Terraform
Ansible
Puppet
Chef
Windows
Okta
RDS
Mulesoft
Mid and Senior level
San Francisco Bay Area
Turo

Car sharing marketplace

Open for applications

Turo

Car sharing marketplace

1001+ employees

B2BMarketplaceCarsTransport

Open for applications

$98-110k

+ Equity

SQL
AWS
JavaScript
Python
Bash
Linux
Terraform
Ansible
Puppet
Chef
Windows
Okta
RDS
Mulesoft
Mid and Senior level
San Francisco Bay Area

1001+ employees

B2BMarketplaceCarsTransport

Company mission

Turo's mission is to put the world's cars to better use.

Role

Who you are

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, complemented by relevant certifications such as Network+, CISSP, and AWS or Terraform Certifications
  • 4+ years of experience in system engineering roles, including expertise in Cloud Infrastructure Engineering and IT Automation Engineering, with strong proficiency in AWS cloud infrastructure including services like Lambda, KMS, IAM, S3, EC2, and RDS
  • Demonstrated proficiency in managing Mac, Linux, and Windows environments, alongside deep knowledge of networking and security protocols such as TCP/IP, VLANs, IPSEC, DNS, DHCP, SSL, VPN, etc
  • Experienced in monitoring network traffic to detect and respond to threats, designing and managing Identity Management and SSO technologies (preferably Okta), and implementing Zero Trust security technologies
  • Skilled in scripting and automation using languages like Python, Bash, JavaScript, SQL, and in using Infrastructure as Code tools like Chef, Puppet, Ansible, and Terraform
  • Experienced with Workflow Automation & Orchestration tools such as Bettercloud, Okta WF, Sailpoint WF, Workato, Mulesoft, Tines, and expertise in security audits (ISO 27001, GDPR, SOC2, SOX)

Desirable

  • Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with AWS services beyond the basics, such as detailed use of Lambda for serverless computing, optimization of S3 for data storage solutions, sophisticated configurations of EC2 for compute capacity management, and RDS for database services
  • Experience leading projects, particularly in deploying new technologies or significant system upgrades, showcasing the ability to manage timelines and cross-functional team collaborations
  • Proven track record of creatively solving complex problems, ideally in high-stress or critical system environments, demonstrating out-of-the-box thinking and solutions
  • Excellent analytical skills to diagnose and troubleshoot advanced technical issues, with strong presentation and communication skills, capable of working independently or as part of a team, and ability to be on-call beyond normal business hours
  • Ability to effectively interface with multiple levels of an organization, serving as both an influencer and a collaborative team player, with a proven ability to perform and oversee complex tasks and prioritize effectively based on strategic goals

What the job involves

  • We are seeking a highly motivated and versatile IT Systems Engineer to join our growing IT Engineering team
  • Reporting to the Sr. Systems Engineer, Team Lead - you will ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of our internal enterprise information systems, supporting core organizational functions
  • This role involves monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all corporate SaaS, Cloud infrastructure and associated operating systems
  • As a Systems Engineer, you will collaborate with cross-functional business partners throughout the software lifecycle to implement, own, and manage optimal solutions as we continue to scale
  • You will use your communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to identify, communicate, and resolve issues, maximizing the benefits of IT systems investments
  • If you are passionate about technology and enjoy helping others solve their issues, we’d love to hear from you!
  • Manage and engineer the core enterprise technology stack, including infrastructure (AWS), client engineering, email, communications, collaboration tools, Identity & Access Management (IAM), and content management using various SaaSOps tools
  • Focus on system engineering and automation to streamline operations, reduce manual intervention, and enhance overall system efficiency and reliability across the organization
  • Design and implement security measures such as authentication protocols, zero trust, and data encryption programs to safeguard systems and infrastructure
  • Monitor and maintain system performance through regular patch management, security audits, backup procedures, and troubleshooting, supporting escalated Tier 3 issues for global internal users
  • Assess and improve the effectiveness of existing systems, performing cost-benefit and ROI analyses to guide management decisions, while ensuring compliance with security and regulatory standards for both in-house and third-party vendor systems
  • Document system configurations, processes, and service records, aiding in the optimization and maintenance of our infrastructure, including Terraform Infrastructure as Code orchestration

Our take

Turo is the world’s largest car rental marketplace. The comparisons with AirBnb are obvious but not unfounded - ‘hosts’ make their cars available to ‘guests’ who benefit from short-term rentals without the cost of purchasing their own automobile.

The startup has reinvented the car-rental marketplace, previously dominated by incumbents like Avis. By allowing users to rent directly from the car owner themselves, Turo is bringing transparency, efficiency, and liquidity to the industry while hosts earn additional income.

Perhaps one of the biggest challenges the company needs to overcome is similar to those that plagued other major sharing-economy companies like Uber - regulation. Specifically Turo faces disputes over bad-faith hosts and from incumbent players, especially regarding airport use. Since its 2022 IPO, Turo has been eyeing further global expansion and targeting a series of strategic acquisitions and partnerships which will expand its product suite for hosts and guests alike.

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Top investors

Some candidates hear
back within 2 weeks

22% employee growth in 12 months

Company

Funding (last 2 of 10 rounds)

Feb 2020

$30m

SERIES E

Jul 2019

$250m

SERIES E

Total funding: $464m

Company benefits

  • Dental, and vision coverage
  • Time off to volunteer
  • Travel credit each month to grab a car and go explore
  • 28 days holiday (excl. bank holidays)
  • Work from home opportunities
  • Health insurance

Company values

  • We’re a great bunch - Our people are our #1 asset, and each team member uniquely invigorates our diverse, international, travel- and car-loving cast of characters
  • We’re in it to win it - We tackle thorny problems every day. We tinker, we experiment, we measure, analyze, and optimize, and we work tirelessly to realize our mission and vision
  • We’re doing cool stuff - From dynamic web and mobile apps to customer experiences that refresh confidence in humankind, we’re crafting a brand that brings adventure to the logistics of travel

Company HQ

Union Square, San Francisco, CA

Leadership

Andre Haddad

(CEO, not founder)

Previously worked for 10 years at eBay, holding various positions such as CEO - Shopping.com & Vice President - User Experience & Design.

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