Ashby

IT Manager (EST Time Zones)

United States

$150,000 – $190,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Enterprise Software, SaaSIndustries

About the Role

Salary: $150K - $190K Location Type: Remote Employment Type: FullTime

I am Frank, Head of Security & IT at Ashby. I started my career racking and running Linux servers, firewalls, and switches in data centers. I then switched to Corporate IT, where I helped several companies scale (e.g., Credit Karma, Lattice). I typically came in as the first hire and set up processes and teams. A couple of years ago, I decided to use the security knowledge I gained in Corporate IT and focus on Information Security for the remainder of my career.

After I joined Ashby, I implemented some tools and processes on the IT side that helped Ashby scale and its employees work more efficiently. Now, I am looking for the first dedicated IT hire to join Ashby, be the primary contact for all things IT and continue the IT buildout. There will be some user-facing support as well as work in the backend systems we use. I will still be around to help and provide guidance if asked, but I’ll trust you to take care of IT independently.

I think it’s important to constantly reassess processes and tools as a company grows: what worked with 100 people and one hire a week does not work anymore with a company of 400 people with five new hires every week. Therefore, I am looking for a person who sets a high bar for their work and work of others, is responsive but also considers the long-term effects and challenges when addressing a problem.

It's an exciting time to join Ashby! We have notable customers like Notion, Linear, Shopify, and Snowflake. Our growth and retention metrics are best-in-class among our peers: we have tens of millions in ARR, growing >100% year over year, very low churn, and many years of runway. We’ll share more details once we meet.

Role Requirements

  • Customer Service Orientation
  • Attention to detail but striving for execution
  • 5+ years of experience in a similar role, including 1–2 years in a leadership or managerial capacity
  • Experience scaling and managing an IT team at a fast-growing startup
  • Experience building foundational IT systems and processes that enabled a company to successfully scale.
  • Proven ability to support and improve IT operations in a remote environment
  • Familiar with working and troubleshooting in an international remote environment
  • Okta SAML, SCIM (ideally Okta Workflows)
  • Kandji or similar MDM
  • Apple Mac best practices
  • Google Workspace

About You

You should apply if:

  • You bring strong technical depth as an individual contributor, have experience in fast-scaling environments, and are excited about laying the foundation for a future IT team.
  • You've helped build out an IT function at a startup before, know what to expect, and are excited to do it again - this time with the benefit of hindsight and a clear vision for doing it even better.
  • You are curious and want to learn new technologies and solutions.
  • You want to provide phenomenal customer service but can also enforce rules and policies.
  • You are constantly looking for improvements to the status quo.
  • You like scheduling and managing tasks and projects on your own.

You should not apply if:

  • You’re not interested in being the technical lead or thinking strategically about how IT should scale with the company.
  • You prefer being part of a well-established team rather than shaping the function from the ground up as the first IT hire.

Interview Process

At Ashby, our interview process is designed to give you space to show your strengths and think through real-world challenges you’d face in the role. We aim for a collaborative and thoughtful process that helps you get to know us, and helps us understand how you approach your work.

Our interview process is three rounds:

  • Initial Hiring Manager Screen with Frank (15 min)
  • Experience Deep Dive with Frank (30 mins)
  • Culture and End-User Fit Interview with the Recruiting Team (30 min)
  • A short Take Home Assignment to understand what you would prioritize when onboarding into a new role.
  • Onsite Loop Pt 1:
    • Assignment Review with Frank (45 mins)
    • XFN interviews with People Ops and Customer Support (2

Skills

Linux
Firewalls
Switches
Corporate IT
Information Security
IT Support
Backend Systems
Process Improvement
Tool Management
Customer Service
Attention to Detail
Execution
Team Scaling
IT Management
Leadership

Ashby

Hiring solutions for scaling companies

About Ashby

Ashby provides hiring solutions that help companies grow by streamlining their recruitment processes. The platform includes features like applicant tracking, interview scheduling, and analytics, which allow teams to manage their hiring efficiently. Unlike many competitors, Ashby focuses on serving scaling companies and offers a subscription-based service model. The goal of Ashby is to enable organizations to meet their recruitment targets quickly and effectively, ensuring they can hire the right talent to support their growth.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$62.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Company Equity
Stock Options
401(k) Company Match

Risks

Emerging startups with innovative features at lower costs threaten Ashby's market share.
Rapid AI advancements may outpace Ashby's current technology, reducing platform attractiveness.
Economic downturns could lead to reduced hiring budgets, impacting Ashby's revenue.

Differentiation

Ashby offers enterprise-grade recruitment software tailored for high-growth companies.
The platform includes applicant tracking, interview scheduling, and analytics for efficient hiring.
Ashby serves notable clients like Opendoor, Reddit, and Notion, enhancing its market credibility.

Upsides

Ashby raised $30M in Series C funding, boosting its growth potential.
The rise of remote work increases demand for Ashby's virtual hiring capabilities.
Growing use of data analytics in recruitment aligns with Ashby's focus on analytics.

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