Staff Network Administrator
Electra
| Company | Electra |
| Category | Operations & Admin |
| Location | Boulder |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 22 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
Description
Who we are:
Electra is reinventing ironmaking from the ground up with a breakthrough electrochemical technology that produces high purity clean iron and critical co - minerals. With two operating pilots in Boulder and a new demonstration facility underway in Jefferson County, we’re on track to reach commercial scale by the end of the decade. Backed by over $300 million and strategic partnerships with global leaders across mining, steel, and big tech, momentum is on our side . Recognized by Fast Company as a Most Innovative Company and a Next Big Thing in Tech, and named one of TIME’s 100 Climate Leaders, we’re building a company shaping the future of industry. If y ou’re looking to make an impact and join a team t hat’s driven, focused, and scaling, we want to hear from you.
What you will do:
As a Staff Network Administrator, you will play a vital role in designing, implementing, and maintaining Electra's network and systems infrastructure. This position requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual with a strong background in Azure Entra, M365, networking, systems administration, infrastructure automation, and proficiency in public and private cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and HCI Platforms. Responsibilities include:
Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure, including LANs, WANs, VPNs, and wireless networks
Configure and troubleshoot network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers
Monitor network performance and security, identifying and resolving issues promptly
Design, implement, and maintain server infrastructure, including physical and virtual servers, storage systems, and backup solutions
Manage Azure Entra, ensuring seamless integration, optimization, and adherence to best practices
Implement and manage public and private cloud-based solutions, including HCI Platforms, AWS, and Azure, leveraging Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS) offering; automate system administration tasks using scripting languages and configuration management tools
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and implement IT projects and initiatives
Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and other IT staff
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending and implementing best practices
Document network and system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps
Read, understand, and comply with all workplace health and safety policies, safe work practices, and company policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
What we need you to bring to the team:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
12+ years of progressive industry experience in networking and systems administration, or 8+ years with a master's degree, or 5+ years with a PhD (excluding internships, co-ops, or other school projects)
Recognized technical expert in enterprise networking and systems administration with demonstrated ability to solve highly complex infrastructure and technology challenges
Expert knowledge of networking architecture, protocols, and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, switching, and network security principles
Advanced expertise designing, implementing, securing, and optimizing enterprise network infrastructure utilizing platforms such as Cisco, Juniper, and Ubiquiti
Deep expertise administering and optimizing Windows Server and Linux environments within complex enterprise infrastruc