Senior Systems Engineer

Who We Are Is What We Do.

Deel is the all‑in‑one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI‑powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 7,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

As the fastest‑growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world‑class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We’re not just building software; we’re creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.

The Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of Deel’s core internal infrastructure. The Infrastructure Engineer ensures the reliability, security, and scalability of the backbone systems that keep the company running globally. You will oversee cloud‑based services, identity providers, and network connectivity, ensuring high availability of all internal systems and leading the transition toward a fully automated and secure corporate environment.

• Saturday through Wednesday week (with Thursday and Friday off)
• Design, deploy, and manage Deel’s global IT infrastructure, focusing on high availability, scalability, and security of internal services.
• Administer and optimize core cloud platforms and identity providers (e.g., Google Workspace, Okta), ensuring secure and seamless access management.
• Implement and maintain Zero Trust architecture and advanced SAML/SSO integrations across all corporate applications.
• Automate infrastructure tasks and internal workflows using scripting languages to reduce manual intervention and improve system efficiency.
• Manage corporate network connectivity and security, including VPNs, SD‑WAN, and firewall configurations for global offices.
• Partner with the Security team to implement hardening standards, vulnerability patching, and compliance controls across the IT landscape.
• Act as a Tier 3 escalation point for complex technical issues that impact core infrastructure or cross‑platform integrations.
• Oversee the lifecycle of backend IT systems, from initial architectural design to ongoing maintenance and eventual decommissioning.
• Drive the technical evaluation and implementation of new infrastructure tools and services to support company growth.
• Document infrastructure designs, system configurations, and operational procedures to ensure knowledge sharing and business continuity.

• 6‑8 years of experience in IT, with a strong focus on infrastructure or systems engineering in a cloud‑first environment.
• Deep expertise in managing and securing Cloud‑based services (SaaS/IaaS) and Identity Providers (e.g., Okta, Azure AD).
• Proven experience with Zero Trust frameworks, SAML, SSO, and advanced authentication technologies.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Network Security (VPN, Firewalls, DNS, DHCP) and connectivity in a distributed global environment.
• Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Python, Bash, or Power Shell) to automate system administration and…