System Administrator

Luminar Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: LAZR) is transforming automotive safety and autonomy by delivering the only lidar and associated software that meets the industry's stringent performance, safety, and economic requirements. Luminar has rapidly gained over 50 industry partners, including a majority of the top global automotive OEMs. In 2020, Luminar signed the industry's first production deal for autonomous consumer vehicles with Volvo Cars, which now expects to make Luminar's technology part of the standard safety package on their next generation electric SUV. Additional customer wins include SAIC, Daimler Truck AG, Intel's Mobileye, Pony.ai and Airbus UpNext. Founded in 2012, Luminar employs approximately 400 with offices in Palo Alto, Orlando, Colorado Springs, Detroit, and Munich.

**Team Overview**:
Luminar Technologies Inc. is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented **System Administrator** to join our dynamic IT team. In this role, you'll support and maintain a streamlined, secure, and efficient server and network infrastructure while collaborating on key projects and providing hands-on support to staff across the organization. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is eager to learn, and can operate independently with mínimal oversight.

**Responsibilities**:

- **Server Administration**: Configure and manage both Windows and Linux servers in physical and virtualized environments.
- **Backup & Recovery**: Implement and monitor backup strategies using VEEAM to ensure data integrity and recovery readiness.
- **Automation**: Develop and maintain scripts to automate routine server tasks and system processes.
- **Application & License Management**: Support enterprise software and maintain compliance with licensing requirements.
- **Documentation & Training**: Create detailed documentation and deliver cross-training sessions for IT staff and end-users.
- **Technical Support**: Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware/software issues—both remotely and on-site.
- **Ticketing**: Track and document technical work through our Helpdesk system.
- **Operational Support**: Assist with occasional local travel for deployments or maintenance as needed.
- **Maintenance Windows**: Handle monthly updates for Windows and Linux servers and be available during emergency or off-hours maintenance windows.

**Minimum Qualifications**:

- Hands-on experience with multiple versions of Windows Server OS
- Deep knowledge of Active Directory administration
- Experience with VMware Suite (vSphere, vCenter) for virtualization
- Proficiency in PowerShell or other scripting languages
- Familiarity with SSO platforms, especially Okta
- Understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, CIFS, NFS, SSH, SSL, port security, and basic Ethernet setups
- Experience with storage systems and file encryption techniques
- Proven ability to diagnose hardware/software/network issues, including Wi-Fi troubleshooting
- Comfortable working independently and within a collaborative team
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Analytical mindset with a keen eye for detail
- Physically capable of lifting and transporting IT hardware (up to 50 lbs.)
- Flexible to work non-standard hours when necessary

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Hands-on experience with AWS administration
- Experience working in highly dynamic or rapidly scaling environments
- Exposure to Jira, Confluence, or other Atlassian tools
- Ability to break down and explain complex technical issues to non-technical users
- High attention to detail and organizational skills