IT Operations Specialist

Remote - North AmericaRemotePosted 2 days ago

Role Overview

Alpaca is hiring a entry-level IT Operations Specialist. This is a full-time remote role, with the team based in Remote - North America. Part of Alpaca's Trading hiring, posted 2 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Junior-level Trading roles is $75k-$120k (based on 43 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

Who We Are:

Alpaca is a US-headquartered self-clearing broker-dealer and brokerage infrastructure for stocks, ETFs, options, crypto, fixed income, 24/5 trading, and more. Our recent Series D funding round brought our total investment to over $320 million, fueling our ambitious vision.

Amongst our subsidiaries, Alpaca is a licensed financial services company, serving hundreds of financial institutions across 40 countries with our institutional-grade APIs. This includes broker-dealers, investment advisors, wealth managers, hedge funds, and crypto exchanges, totalling over 9 million brokerage accounts.

Our global team is a diverse group of experienced engineers, traders, and brokerage professionals who are working to achieve our mission of opening financial services to everyone on the planet. We're deeply committed to open-source contributions and fostering a vibrant community, continuously enhancing our award-winning, developer-friendly API and the robust infrastructure behind it.

Alpaca is proudly backed by top-tier global investors, including Portage Ventures, Spark Capital, Tribe Capital, Social Leverage, Horizons Ventures, Unbound, SBI Group, Derayah Financial, Elefund, and Y Combinator.

Our Team Members:

We're a dynamic team of 380+ globally distributed members who thrive working from our favorite places around the world, with teammates spanning the USA, Canada, Japan, Hungary, Nigeria, Brazil, the UK, and beyond!

We're searching for passionate individuals eager to contribute to Alpaca's rapid growth. If you align with our core values—Stay Curious, Have Empathy, and Be Accountable—and are ready to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.

Your Role:

We are seeking an experienced IT Operations Specialist to help support our team members with IT-related tasks and help ensure the Security of our organization.

The IT Team is 100% distributed and remote. This role will report directly to the IT Support Lead.

Things You Get To Do:

Be the “Go-to-Person- for IT helpdesk requests
Diagnose and provide IT support for staff as required
Work with the HR and Security team to manage onboarding and offboarding activities
Set up and deploy laptops, devices, software, and other hardware
Assist with shipping and receiving of hardware assets
Manage MDM systems, including BYOD
Maintain the firm's inventory of all IT assets
Manage and secure endpoint devices at the direction of the Security Team
Provide training to staff on IT-related topics
Assist with change management and procurement activities
Other related duties as required

Who You Are (Must-Haves):

Excited about Alpaca’s mission and what we’re building
3+ years of experience in an IT support or helpdesk role
Deep expertise in Linux, MacOS, and Windows system administration, including device management, patching, and operational support
Experience with automation workflows, SSO configurations, and scalable onboarding processes
Good scripting skills with a drive for automation.
Proven experience managing enterprise SaaS platforms.
Experience with cloud-centric environments and cybersecurity capabilities
Experience with traditional on-prem LAN/WAN environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills, fluent in English (both written and verbal), and committed to working collaboratively across the Firm
Ability to cover Mountain time or Pacific time zones
Available for on-call rotations and after-hour responses as needed
Proactive self-starter and self-motivator with a focus on continuous improvement

Who You Might Be (Nice-to-Haves):

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field
IT or Security-related certifications
Understanding of financial and privacy regulations
Experience in the financial services industry
Business acumen to be able to balance tradeoffs between stakeholders, technology feasibility, and budget constraints

How We Take Care of You:

Competitive Salary & Stock Options
Health Benefits
New Hire Home-Office Setup: One-time USD $500
Monthly Stipend: USD $150 per month via a Brex Card

Alpaca is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the IT Operations Specialist position at Alpaca?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Alpaca. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Is the IT Operations Specialist role at Alpaca remote?

Yes. This is a remote role. The team is based in Remote - North America, but the position itself does not require relocating to that office.

What does a IT Operations Specialist at Alpaca earn?

Alpaca has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the IT Operations Specialist role at Alpaca posted?

This role was posted on July 11, 2026 (2 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

Is the IT Operations Specialist role at Alpaca entry-level?

Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Alpaca has listed.

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