IT Manager

Farasis Energy USA

Hayward, CA

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Ansible, Automation, Automation Systems, Aviation Industry, Best Practices, Budget Management, Cisco Network Systems, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Compensation Management, Computer Science, Computer Security, Computer Skills, Contract Negotiation, Cost Control, Cost Forecasting, Cryptography, Data Quality, Database Backup, Disaster Recovery, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Engineering Change Management, Industry Standards, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Infrastructure Software, Insurance, Internet Security, Leadership, Legal, Legal Standards, Lithium Battery, Maintain Compliance, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Mandarin Chinese Language, Mentoring, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Network System Hardware, Network Systems, Operations Management, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Product Lifecycle Management, Project Management Software, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Security Auditing, Service Level Agreement (SLA), Software Upgrades, Software as a Service (SaaS), Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), System Migration, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Strategy, Training/Teaching, Unix Operating Systems, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Willing to Travel, Windows PowerShell
LOCATION
Hayward, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Company Overview: Join Farasis Energy, a global leader in energy solutions dedicated to developing advanced battery technologies that drive the transition to sustainable energy. Our innovative lithium-ion batteries power a wide range of applications, from electric vehicles and two-wheelers to commercial and industrial vehicles, marine, aviation, and energy storage systems. Be a part of our mission to shape the future of energy storage! Apply Now and Power the Future with Us!

Primary Responsibilities: Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Farasis is on the lookout for a passionate IT Manager. In this dynamic role, you’ll work with stakeholders to create and implement technology strategies to support global team collaboration and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Utilize automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Ansible) to streamline repetitive tasks and improve efficiency.
  • Design and implement comprehensive monitoring and alerting systems for proactive issue detection and resolution.
  • Lead, mentor, and manage IT team to deliver high-quality support and services for internal stakeholders.
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute IT projects, including infrastructure upgrades, software deployments, and system migrations. This includes design and implementation of global IT infrastructure such as ERP, ECM, SCM, PLM, EDI systems.
  • Oversee administration, maintenance, and security of all IT systems, networks, and end-user systems.
  • Ensure reliable operation minimizing downtime and addressing issues proactively.
  • Manage IT budgets, including forecasting and cost management for software, hardware, and services.
  • Oversee cybersecurity measures and risk management to protect company data including data encryption and regular security audits.
  • Ensure IT operations maintain compliance with industry standards and legal / regulatory requirements.
  • Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure SLAs are met.
  • Confirm effective disaster recovery and data backup systems are in place and tested regularly.
  • Systematically track KPIs to assess IT environment and make improvements where necessary.
Qualifications Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in IT management or a similar role, with at least 2 years in a leadership capacity.
  • Strong leadership, service-oriented personality, and team management skills, with experience mentoring and developing staff.
  • Broad technical expertise in hardware and software. An automation-first mindset with a focus on data quality and integrity to ensure efficient operations.
  • Mandarin language fluency is a plus for smoother collaboration with colleagues in China.
  • Able to occasionally travel to implement IT systems and provide training at other Farasis facilities.
  • Global IT infrastructure (e.g. ERP, ECM, SCM, PLM, EDI systems) implementation experience.
  • Proven experience in managing IT infrastructure, networks, and systems.
    • Farasis operates Windows and Unix-based servers, Cisco network equipment, and other cloud-based SaaS platforms (Microsoft 365, Atlassian suite, Azure, AWS, etc.)
  • Strong knowledge of industry best practices and strategies.
  • Excellent understanding of IT project management methodologies and tools.
  • Ability to evaluate and implement new technologies to meet business needs.
  • Excellent communication skills & capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Base Pay Scale: $130,000 - $150,000 annually + bonus + 100% paid health insurance premiums. Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal equity.

FLSA Status: Exempt
Status: Regular, Full-Time
Location: Hybrid remote/onsite inHayward, CA


 

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