IT Systems Engineer, Client Platform Engineer

LocationBoston, MA; Remote-Friendly (Travel-Required) | San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA | New York City, NY; Washington, DC

SetupRemote

LevelSenior

Posted1w ago

Engineering & Technology

Quick answer

Anthropic is hiring a senior IT Systems Engineer, Client Platform Engineer with a focus on macOS and Linux device management, based in Boston, MA, San Francisco, CA, Seattle, WA, New York City, NY, or Washington, DC, with a compensation range of $285,000—$325,000 USD.

Role: IT Systems Engineer, Client Platform Engineer
Organization: Anthropic
Location: Boston, MA; Remote-Friendly (Travel-Required) | San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA | New York City, NY; Washington, DC
Work setup: Remote
Level: Senior
Compensation: $285,000—$325,000 USD
Category: Engineering & Technology

The role

The Endpoint team at Anthropic is responsible for managing and securing a fleet of macOS and Linux devices, including configuration, patching, and telemetry. The role involves working with security teams and developers to ensure compliance and security standards are met.

What you'll do

Own endpoint configuration as code
Operate the MDM platform itself as a production service
Build patch management automation
Design zero touch provisioning
Support a small number of Linux machines
Turn fleet telemetry into policy, dashboards, and early drift warnings

What it takes

8+ years building secure IT systems in complex environments
Managed endpoint fleets of thousands of macOS devices through a modern MDM
Treat endpoint configuration as code that is version controlled and peer reviewed
Go deep on macOS internals
Write Python and shell scripts
Strong candidates may have experience with MDM or device management platforms

What you'll bring

Building secure IT systems in complex environmentsManaging endpoint fleets of thousands of macOS devices through a modern MDMEndpoint configuration as codeWriting Python and shell scriptsDesigning zero touch provisioningWorking with open source endpoint and device management tooling

How we treat you

Competitive compensation and benefits, optional equity donation matching, generous vacation and parental leave, flexible working hours, and a lovely office space in which to collaborate with colleagues.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is based in Boston, MA, San Francisco, CA, Seattle, WA, New York City, NY, or Washington, DC, with a remote-friendly option (travel-required).

What is the compensation range?

The annual salary range is $285,000—$325,000 USD.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include 8+ years of experience building secure IT systems, managing endpoint fleets, treating endpoint configuration as code, and writing Python and shell scripts.

How do I apply?

Applications will be received on a rolling basis. Visit the Anthropic careers page to apply.

How to apply

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