Staff IT Engineer

Circle is a financial technology company at the epicenter of the emerging internet of money, where value can finally travel like other digital data - globally, nearly instantly and less expensively than legacy settlement systems. This ground-breaking new internet layer opens up previously unimaginable possibilities for payments, commerce and markets that can help raise global economic prosperity and enhance inclusion. Our infrastructure - including USDC, a blockchain-based dollar - helps businesses, institutions and developers harness these breakthroughs and capitalize on this major turning point in the evolution of money and technology.

What you'll be part of :

Circle is committed to visibility and stability in everything we do. As we grow as an organization, we're expanding into some of the world's strongest jurisdictions. Speed and efficiency are motivators for our success and our employees live by our company values : High Integrity, Future Forward, Multistakeholder, Mindful, and Driven by Excellence. We have built a flexible and diverse work environment where new ideas are encouraged and everyone is a stakeholder.

What you'll be responsible for :

You'll be responsible for the management, maintenance, and maturation of Circle's Microsoft Windows endpoint infrastructure, including directory and mobile device management (MDM) services. In this role, you'll ensure all Windows-based endpoints are secure, compliant with Circle's regulatory requirements, and proactively monitored and managed. You'll help shape scalable and resilient endpoint solutions that support a secure and seamless employee experience.

What you'll work on :

• Manage and evolve Windows endpoint infrastructure and related services in a cloud-native, AWS-hosted environment.
• Lead implementation and administration of Microsoft Intune or other MDM platforms to enforce device compliance and security.
• Ensure endpoint configurations align with industry standards and Circle's regulatory, security, and privacy requirements.
• Develop monitoring and alerting systems to proactively detect issues and improve endpoint reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with Security, Compliance, and IT Operations to drive policies around patching, encryption, access, and threat mitigation.
• Automate routine endpoint management tasks using scripting or orchestration tools to improve IT operational efficiency.
• Provide technical leadership on endpoint-related incidents and root cause analysis, and mentor junior team members on best practices.

What you'll bring to Circle :

Core Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

Circle is on a mission to create an inclusive financial future, with transparency at our core. We consider a wide variety of elements when crafting our compensation ranges and total compensation packages.

Starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to : relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, and other business and organizational needs. Please note that compensation ranges may differ for candidates in other locations.

Base Pay Range : $130,000 - $170,000

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Circle. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Additionally, Circle participates in the E-Verify Program in certain locations, as required by law.

Should you require accommodations or assistance in our interview process because of a disability, please reach out to accommodations@circle.com for support. We respect your privacy and will connect with you separately from our interview process to accommodate your needs.

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