Mac & Mobility Senior Staff Engineer - Client Technology

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSEThe Senior Staff Engineer – Client Technology is a senior engineer responsible for the ownership, security, and governance of one or more IT platforms or products. This role utilizes advanced problem-solving techniques, manages ambiguous technical problems and solves issues of a high degree of complexity between interdependent systems.ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:Product Strategy & Roadmap:Own the overarching strategy and execution for assigned IT platforms, tools, and productsDrive alignment between technology and the business, utilizing a keen understanding of business needs and the interdependencies between productsProduct Development & Delivery:Utilize conceptual thinking to drive engineering decisions across platforms and solutionsPinpoint systemic issues and devise robust, scalable solutionsUnderstand and manage interdependencies across systems and environmentsThoroughly test fixes and enhancements across multiple environmentsDevelop and maintain secure, self-documented scripts with error handling and loggingStakeholder Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration:Collaborate cross-functionally to align platform capabilities with business needsMeet with customers and incorporate feedback into the product roadmap through multiple means and channelsInfluence engineering decisions by advocating for stakeholder needs and aligning technical approaches with business prioritiesOperational Excellence, Quality & Compliance:Drive operational and technical excellence across one or more IT platforms or productsDocument architecture, configurations, and operational proceduresMake decisions regarding access, permissions, and security controls across systemsLead incident response and root cause analysis for high-impact issuesContribute to compliance readiness by implementing controls and processes that support audit and regulatory requirementsSubject Matter Expertise:Serve as the SME for assigned capabilities, providing technical leadership and guidanceMentor and coach junior engineers, fostering technical growth and best practicesSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:No supervisory responsibilities.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:Education:Associate degree and 11 years of experience; orBachelor’s degree and 9 years of related experience; orMaster’s degree and 7 years of related experience; orEquivalent combination of education and experience.Technical certification may be requiredExperience:Own Apple and mobile endpoint engineering across macOS, iPadOS, and BYOD mobile phone program (iOS & Android), partnering with the Windows endpoint team to align with enterprise endpoint management, security, and operational objectivesDesign, implement, and operate macOS management using Microsoft Intune (MDM / DDM where applicable), including configuration profiles, compliance policies, monitoring, reporting, and day 2 supportMaintain continuity in the existing Jamf managed macOS environment while contributing to the organization’s longer term evolution toward an Intune first management approachDefine and maintain Mac and iPad device standards, including baseline configuration, security requirements, compliance expectations, and lifecycle management aligned with enterprise best practices. While partnering with internal stakeholders on identity, access, and compliance integration for Apple and mobile platforms, including Entra registration, device compliance signaling, and Conditional Access enforcementOwn iPadOS device management (Entra managed) and engineer BYOD management for iOS and Android using Intune MAM/App Protection Policies, enabling secure access to corporate data with appropriate user and device boundariesDrive automation and scalable application and device management across macOS, iPadOS, and mobile platforms, using scripting, AI, and tooling to improve reliability, reduce manual effort, and support consistent packaging, deployment, update cadence, and troubleshooting processesEstablish and enforce guardrails for AI assisted workflows and automation within endpoint management platforms, ensuring safe usage, auditability, and alignment with security and compliance governanceReview and approve AI assisted operational changes and automation for risk, access scope, auditability, and system impact; document architectures and define escalation patterns for AI workflow failure modesProven experience owning and securing complex IT platforms and toolsDemonstrated ability to lead technical projects and mentor junior engineersExperience making access and security decisions across enterprise systemsStrong scripting and automation skills with production-grade codeFamiliarity with IT security frameworks and governance modelsExperience working in Agile environments and using ticketing systems (e.g., JIRA, JSM)Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Expert-level knowledge in multiple client technology areas and enterprise systemsProven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive technical strategySkilled in stakeholder communication, risk assessment, and change managementExperience developing standards, governance models, and technical roadmapsStrong understanding of enterprise architecture and integration patternsCan conceptualize new and innovative ways to solve complex business problemsExpert knowledge of product-centric and agile framework modelsWork Environment/Physical Demands:Our office is a modern, open-plan space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.#LI-EZ1 If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this position is $149,000 - $212,000 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidate’s geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.DISCLAIMER The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.SummaryLocation: Alameda, CAType: Full time