About the role

We are seeking a hands-on Director of IT to lead and scale Lyte’s IT infrastructure and operations. This role is responsible for building a secure, reliable, and scalable IT environment that supports a growing technology company.

This is a senior leadership role for someone who can set direction, build standards, and lead a team, while staying close enough to the work to drive execution and make strong technical decisions. The ideal candidate has led IT in a technology company with hundreds of employees, preferably in an environment that includes both hardware and software development.

What you'll do

• Company-wide IT operations, including end-user support, devices, systems, enterprise tools, and network infrastructure
• Identity and access management across Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, and related security controls
• Administration and support of macOS, Windows, and Linux environments
• Endpoint management, patching, device security, vulnerability management, and operational IT controls
• Partnership with cross-functional teams to support Information Security program execution, including SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001
• Cloud and hybrid IT support in partnership with Engineering
• IT team leadership, operational discipline, and scalable processes

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on IT leadership experience in a medium to large size technology company (hundreds of employees), preferably with both hardware and software development
• 15+ years of experience across IT operations, systems administration, and end-user support, including 5+ years in IT leadership
• Strong experience with Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and Intune
• Strong Linux administration experience
• Experience supporting macOS and Windows environments at scale
• Experience with endpoint security, device management, patching, access controls, and network infrastructure
• Proven experience supporting SOC 2 Type II and/or ISO 27001
• Scripting and automation skills in Bash, PowerShell, and/or Python
• Strong communication, documentation, and cross-functional leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in Information Security and/or AI infrastructure is a strong advantage
• Startup or high-growth company experience
• Experience supporting GPU/AI environments
• Experience with EPDA/EDA environments
• Relevant certifications in Microsoft, AWS, Linux, or Security

Benefits (subject to location and local regulations)

• Competitive salary and equity 
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage 
• 401(k) retirement plan 
• Flexible vacation and time-off policy 
• Collaborative, fast-paced, and inclusive work environment 
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies with a highly cross-functional team 

About Lyte

Lyte builds perception systems for Physical AI operating in complex environments. The company combines custom silicon, integrated sensors, and software into a unified platform for robotics, mobility, and next-generation automation. Lyte is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with a global presence. For more information, visit www.lyte.ai

If you’re excited about building impactful technology in a dynamic, hands-on environment, we’d love to hear from you!