Full-Time

Corporate Infrastructure Engineer

Posted on 10/18/2023

Aera Technology

Aera Technology

201-500 employees

AI system for decision automation and recommendations

Enterprise Software
AI & Machine Learning

Entry, Junior

San Francisco, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Mountain View, CA, USA

Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
Communications
Customer Service
Requirements
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload efficiently and effectively
  • Familiar with GSuite
  • Expert level knowledge of Mac, MacOS and Mac versions of applications
  • AV Support experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1-2 years' experience in technology field
  • MacOS proficiency
  • Azure AD Experience
  • Experience using remote access tools
  • Ability to prioritize and understand urgency and impact
  • Ability to write knowledge base articles
  • Strong Customer Service skills
  • Exceptional listening skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Highly motivated individual
  • Ability to carry out the day-to-day functions of their job description independently
  • Ability to compose grammatically correct, concise, and accurate notes
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be able to lift 30 pounds
Responsibilities
  • Oversee the success of all corporate technology services in the region, including employee support (help desk), executive support, audio visual services, information security, and infrastructure and network troubleshooting
  • Provide break-fix support for PC and MAC users across a variety of IT infrastructure and technologies
  • Source, procure and purchase all hardware, software and peripheral needs for staffing and general infrastructure requirements
  • New hire hardware and software setups including all profiles, appropriate network access and user aliases
  • Manage, track and renew all software licenses that Aera possesses and needs to acquire
  • Maintain and troubleshoot all wi-fi and wireless connectivity infrastructure
  • Manage key deliverables including storage, backup strategies, data transfers and cloud/streaming initiatives
  • Responsible for the operations of secure and highly available computing platforms, servers, and networks
  • Install, maintain, upgrade, and continuously improve Aera's operating environment
  • Other responsibilities include troubleshooting problems as reported by users, supporting Web access and electronic messaging services and maintaining a secure systems environment
  • Identify business challenges and propose proactive technical solutions to resolve them
  • Work with Aera stakeholders and key business partners to design, influence and integrate technical solutions to support and enable effective Corporate Services
  • Collaborate with Technology counterparts across departments to identify best practices and lessons learned to drive operational efficiencies and future growth planning
  • Participate in IT strategic planning discussions related to potential future office locations
  • Oversee IT integration with multiple remote partners and offsite locations
  • Contribute to long-term strategies and business justification for additional IT resources to accommodate employee growth
  • Has a professional conduct in interaction with colleagues, collaborators and customers of the company, or when representing the company with any occasion

Aera Technology focuses on decision automation using artificial intelligence. Its AI system analyzes how businesses operate, providing real-time recommendations and taking autonomous actions to enhance decision-making. By learning from past decisions, the system continuously improves its future suggestions. Aera Technology primarily targets large corporations with complex supply chains, offering a tool that refines and indexes data from enterprise systems to deliver real-time insights. This allows businesses to accurately predict risks and opportunities, while also recommending optimal actions. Aera's unique approach includes proactively engaging users and autonomously executing decisions, setting it apart from competitors. The company's goal is to help businesses make faster, more informed decisions, ultimately increasing efficiency and profitability.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$168.9M

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

4%

2 year growth

3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Aera Technology is recognized as a leader in Decision Intelligence Platforms 2024.
  • The company collaborates with Western Governors University for a Decision Intelligence ecosystem.
  • Aera's generative AI enhances decision automation with a conversational interface.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from AI giants like IBM and Google threatens Aera's market share.
  • Potential data privacy concerns with generative AI could lead to regulatory scrutiny.
  • Economic downturns may reduce IT budgets, affecting Aera's subscription-based revenue model.

What makes Aera Technology unique

  • Aera Technology offers a unique AI system for real-time decision automation.
  • The Aera Decision Cloud integrates seamlessly with existing enterprise systems and data sources.
  • Aera's platform continuously learns, improving recommendations and decision-making over time.

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Benefits

Stock Options: We believe every Aera team member should have a stake in our future success

Medical: Benefits provided through your choice of Aetna PPO, Aetna HDHP, or, for California-based team members, Kaiser

Dental: No monthly cost to employee through Delta Dental

Vision: No monthly cost to employee through VSP

401(k) and Additional Benefits Plans: Employees can contribute to: 401(k) plan (Traditional/Roth); Health Savings Account (HSA); Flexible Savings Account (FSA); Supplemental Life Insurance Plan; Short-term Disability; Commuter Benefit Program

Learning and Development: You’ll have access to professional development content through Udemy, our online learning platform. Udemy offers thousands of courses to help you learn new skills - whether for your professional development or your personal interests

Employee Referral Program: Earn cash when your referrals get hired!

Events and Extras: We work hard and get things done, but we also value the importance of having fun: office outings; birthday celebrations; holiday parties; weekly in-office lunches, and more

Paid Time Off: To give our best and live a well-balanced life, we need to take time off for rest, relaxation and rejuvenation. Here at Aera, we offer flexible paid time off. In addition, we have 10 paid holidays each year

Snacks: When you’re working from the office, you’ll have access to our fully stocked kitchen with a selection of snacks and beverages

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