Senior IT Engineer

About us

PhysicsX is a deep-tech company with roots in numerical physics and Formula One, dedicated to accelerating hardware innovation at the speed of software.

We are building an AI-driven simulation software stack for engineering and manufacturing across advanced industries. By enabling high-fidelity, multi-physics simulation through AI inference across the entire engineering lifecycle, PhysicsX unlocks new levels of optimization and automation in design, manufacturing, and operations — empowering engineers to push the boundaries of possibility. Our customers include leading innovators in Aerospace & Defense, Materials, Energy, Semiconductors, and Automotive.

The Role
Join our dynamic IT team as an experienced Senior IT Engineer and play a pivotal role in defining our technological landscape. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, supporting our IT systems and implementing cutting-edge solutions to drive business growth.

What you will do

• Build an enterprise-wide automation strategy and execute delivery.

• Design and drive IT solutions that align with our business objectives.

• Help shape and drive IT strategy and roadmap implementation.

• Build and implement strategies for streamlining IT operations through automation.

• Partner with Security, Legal, Operations, and Engineering teams to identify efficiency gaps and implement effective solutions.

What you bring to the table

• A strong customer focus and passion for IT in fast paced environments.

• Proficiency in Linux, MacOS, and Windows, including virtualization and scripting.

• Proven skills designing and implementing network solutions (e.g. SASE, VPNs, WiFi).

• Experience using automation to define and improve IT processes

• Practical knowledge of Azure, Entra ID, InTune, Jamf, Exchange Online, and Office 365.

• Experience administering HPC systems and/or cloud platforms (ie. AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Experience in defining and implementing security and compliance controls (e.g. SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, ISO 42001, CIS controls etc).

• Strong problem-solving skills.

What You Can Expect

• Use first-class equipment for working in-office.

• Introduce and work on some of the most exciting and important topics there are in AI and advanced engineering.

• Work with a fun group of colleagues that support you, challenge you and help you grow.

• Contributing your ideas is not only welcome but encouraged.

• Receive a competitive compensation and equity package, in addition to plenty of benefits such as generous vacation and parental leave, complimentary office food, as well as fun outings and events.

• Work in a flexible setting, with the opportunity to collaborate in our modern office in New York City.

Salary range from $115,000 - $156,000 depending on experience.

We value diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, religion, ethnicity, nationality, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We strongly encourage individuals from groups traditionally underrepresented in tech to apply. To help make a change, we sponsor bright women from disadvantaged backgrounds through their university degrees in science and mathematics.

We collect diversity and inclusion data solely for the purpose of monitoring the effectiveness of our equal opportunities policies and ensuring compliance with UK employment and equality legislation. This information is confidential, used only in aggregate form, and will not influence the outcome of your application.