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IT Support Specialist

IT Support Specialists at AI companies serve as the frontline troubleshooters for hardware, software, and connectivity issues across distributed teams building large language models and AI infrastructure. These roles distinguish themselves through deeper technical ownership—specialists often automate repetitive support workflows using Python scripting and API orchestration platforms like Okta Workflows, manage device fleets at scale across multiple regions, and ensure compliance frameworks like SOC2 are operationalized in practice. They typically sit within lean IT operations teams that report to infrastructure leadership and collaborate closely with security and people operations to balance user productivity with governance requirements as the company scales.

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IT Support SpecialistIT Services TechnicianHelp Desk Technician
21open jobs
14companies hiring
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Skills

What companies are looking for in this role.

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Providing multi-tier technical support for hardware, software, and network issues across multiple operating systems and platforms

98%

Troubleshooting and resolving end-user IT problems including device configuration, connectivity, and system performance issues

97%

Supporting macOS and Windows operating systems with deep hands-on expertise in device administration and troubleshooting

95%

Managing device lifecycle processes including procurement, provisioning, configuration, maintenance, and decommissioning

92%

Administering user accounts, access management, and identity systems for employee onboarding and offboarding

90%

Managing IT ticketing systems and prioritizing support requests to ensure timely resolution

88%

Creating and maintaining IT documentation, runbooks, knowledge base articles, and self-service resources

85%

Integrating and managing Software-as-a-Service platforms and cloud-based tools across the organization

80%

Coordinating with vendors for equipment procurement, repairs, maintenance, and technical support escalations

78%

Troubleshooting and maintaining network infrastructure including wireless access points, routers, and connectivity issues

75%

Administering mobile device management solutions to ensure fleet security and standardization

75%

Implementing and managing security controls and compliance requirements across IT infrastructure

72%

Supporting video conferencing hardware, audiovisual systems, and conference room technology

70%
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Automating repetitive IT tasks and processes using scripting languages and workflow automation tools

82%

Designing and implementing IT automation solutions using artificial intelligence agents and scripting to reduce manual work

68%

Leveraging artificial intelligence and automation tools to enhance productivity and reduce manual IT work

65%
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Communicating complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders and end users

90%

Providing exceptional customer service and maintaining a customer-first mentality in all user interactions

89%

Managing multiple concurrent support requests and prioritizing tasks in fast-paced, dynamic environments

85%

Identifying operational friction points and proposing process improvements to enhance efficiency and user experience

80%

Collaborating across teams and departments to understand technology requirements and coordinate solutions

78%

Rapidly learning new technologies and tools to support evolving technical environments

75%

Maintaining composure and demonstrating empathy when troubleshooting issues under pressure

72%

Providing white-glove, high-touch support to executive leadership with discretion and anticipating executive technology needs

62%
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Technology

The tools and technologies that define this role.

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Bashmoderate
Pythonmoderate
$ tech --platform
macOSvery high
Windowsvery high
Google Workspacehigh
Microsoft Office 365high
Oktahigh
Slackhigh
Active Directorymoderate
iOSmoderate
Zendeskmoderate
Androidlow
Atlassianlow
ChromeOSlow
Confluencelow
GitHublow
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Jamf Prohigh
Microsoft Intunehigh
Jira Service Managementmoderate
Crowdstrikelow
Okta Workflowslow
VR/AR headsetslow
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APImoderate
Artificial Intelligence agentsmoderate
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Open Jobs

21 open IT Support Specialist jobs across 14 companies.

Cohere4d
IT Support Engineer
New York·Infrastructure & IT
Baseten1w
IT Support/Operations Engineer
San Francisco·Infrastructure & IT
Snorkel AI1w
IT Support Specialist
New York City, NY (Hybrid); Redwood City, CA (Hybrid); San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)·Infrastructure & IT
OpenAI1w
IT Support Singapore, APAC Regional Lead
Singapore·Infrastructure & IT
Figure AI2w
Hardware Technician (TeleOperations)
San Jose, CA·Infrastructure & IT
Databricks2w
Executive IT Support
Mountain View, California·Infrastructure & IT
xAI2w
Senior IT Support Engineer
Austin, TX·Infrastructure & IT
xAI2w
IT Services Technician
Palo Alto, CA·Infrastructure & IT
xAI2w
IT Services Technician
New York, NY·Infrastructure & IT
xAI2w
IT Services Technician
Seattle, WA·Infrastructure & IT
Nebius2w
Help Desk Technician (Tier 1)
Amsterdam, Netherlands·Infrastructure & IT
Nebius2w
Executive Support IT Engineer
Tel Aviv, Israel·Infrastructure & IT
OpenAI2w
Executive IT Support Lead
San Francisco·Infrastructure & IT
Anthropic3w
IT Support Engineer
San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA·Infrastructure & IT
Helsing3w
IT Support Specialist
Munich·Infrastructure & IT
Lovable3w
IT Specialist
Stockholm·Infrastructure & IT
Luminance2mo
IT Support Engineer
Infrastructure & IT
Ramp2mo
IT Site Lead | San Francisco
San Francisco, CA·Infrastructure & IT
Cohere5mo
IT Operations Specialist (12 month contract)
London·Infrastructure & IT
OpenAI9mo
IT Support Specialist
Seattle·Infrastructure & IT