Position: IT Manager

Location: San Francisco, CA (in office)

Type: Full-time

Desired start date: ASAP

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced, resourceful, and relentlessly driven IT Manager to join our innovative team. We need a do-whatever-it-takes, sleeves-rolled-up operator who thrives in ambiguity, doesn’t wait to be told what to do, and is intrinsically driven to make systems hum. If you're someone who fixes problems before they’re noticed, investigates obsessively until the issue is solved, and won't sleep until the network is secure and the team is unblocked—this role is for you.

You’ll take full ownership of our IT ecosystem across office, growing, and lab environments—cloud infrastructure, on-prem servers, specialized scientific equipment, automation systems, and everything in between. You’ll obsess over reliability, security, and scale, and you’ll move fast to make things better. We value action over process, progress over perfection. Specifically, we strive for iterative improvements, continuous learning, and a culture of proactive problem-solving. You’ll be the kind of person who doesn’t clock out when something’s broken—and takes real pride in making sure it’s fixed right and fast.

You’ll lead and evolve our IT operations, partner with an ambitious team, and be empowered to make critical decisions that directly impact how we work, build, and innovate. If you’re scrappy, self-directed, and relentless about getting things done—join us.

Responsibilities

Infrastructure & Security:

• Manage and maintain network infrastructure, including LAN/WAN configurations and security
• Support local networks for industrial automation systems and equipment
• Ensure system security and data protection compliance
• Implement and manage Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions
• Administer SaaS applications and maintain user access controls
• Oversee IP telephony and unified communications systems
• Manage Google Meet rooms and conferencing systems
• Maintain physical security systems including door access control and surveillance cameras
• Drive the adoption and integration of AI-powered IT tools for automation and efficiency.
• Configure and support network-connected laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Support maintenance of networked greenhouse automation systems including environmental controls, irrigation systems, and climate monitoring equipment

Leadership & Management:

• Develop and implement IT policies and procedures
• Manage vendor relationships and IT service contracts
• Oversee IT budget and resource allocation
• Travel to other locations as needed (up to one week per month)
• Drive adoption and training for new IT tools and platforms, ensuring smooth transitions and user proficiency.

Candidate Profile

• Deep understanding and experience with cloud-first strategies and solutions.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
• 5+ years of IT management experience
• Proven experience in network administration and security
• Strong track record managing enterprise IT infrastructure
• Demonstrated expertise in cloud services and SaaS applications
• Experience with MDM solutions and vendor management
• Excellence in team leadership and project management
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• Experience driving productivity improvements through technology implementations.

Desired Skills/Experience

• Professional certifications in:
• AI and Machine Learning (Any relevant certification)
• Cloud (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
• IT Service Management (ITIL)
• Infrastructure (CompTIA, Cisco)
• Security (CISSP, CISM, Security+)
• DevOps Engineering
• Experience with Ubiquiti UniFi networking equipment
• Experience with security standards and compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST) strongly preferred
• Experience in biotech, laboratory, or greenhouse environments with focus on technical infrastructure and equipment support
• Strong understanding of Google Workspace administration and management

Growth Opportunities

For candidates interested in expanding their technical scope, this role offers opportunities to develop skills in emerging technologies. Depending on your interests and our organizational needs, you may have the chance to explore:

• Cloud architecture and DevOps practices
• Infrastructure automation
• Modern deployment pipelines
• Site Reliability Engineering concepts

The anticipated pay range for this role is $100,000 - $155,000 per year for our San Francisco, CA location.

About Ohalo:

Ohalo™ aims to accelerate evolution to unlock nature's potential. Founded in 2019, Ohalo develops novel breeding systems and improved plant varieties that help farmers grow more food with fewer natural resources, increasing the yield, resiliency, and genetic diversity of crops to sustainably feed our population. Our operations are underpinned by a cutting-edge technology environment. Ohalo's breakthrough technology, Boosted Breeding™, will usher in a new era of improved productivity to radically transform global agriculture. For more information, visit www.ohalo.com.

We are a fully in-person company, working in-office five days a week to maximize efficiency and foster seamless collaboration.

Notes: If you previously applied for a job at Ohalo Genetics, we encourage you to restate your interest in the position by submitting your application.

No visa sponsorship is available for this position at this time.

No recruiters, please.