About the role
About BlaBlaCar
BlaBlaCar is the world’s leading community-based travel app enabling 27 million members a year to carpool or travel by bus in 21 countries. Our team of 800 employees counts over 50 nationalities and is spread across our 5 global offices, 30% working fully remotely.
Your Mission
We are looking for a System and Network Engineer to join our IT Ops team at BlaBlaCar. Their mission is to provide IT services and solutions across our organization in a secure and efficient manner.
As a System and Network Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, implementing, and maintaining top-tier Network and Software solutions. Your contributions will empower our team members, enabling them to work with efficiency and productivity. You'll collaborate closely with the Security and Engineering teams while ensuring the security, availability, and reliability of our IT services.
You will be managed by Henry Marinho Faiacida, IT Operations Manager, and working with a team of 6 people (3 IT Engineers and 3 Tech Support Experts).
Your Responsibilities
Your role will involve serving as a reference point for knowledge, best practices, and the implementation of technological deployments. You will mainly:
• Manage IT projects A-to-Z while collaborating with various engineering teams
• Setup, administer, and maintain IT SaaS Systems and Applications
• Review and enhance SSO workflows within SaaS platforms for optimal functionality
• Ensure our infrastructure remains up-to-date by implementing security policies, patches, and necessary updates
• Collaborate with the Security team to implement security policies, permissions and procedures
• Maintain compliance across all hardware equipment (including Networking equipment, Computers, IoT devices, Printers, etc.)
• Take ownership of L2/L3 support troubleshooting within the IT Ops domain
• Communicate to internal departments and stakeholders
Your Scope of Work:
• Manage users' technical working environment across various devices and solutions
• Oversee office software and MDM platforms (Jamf, MS Azure, Intune, Google Workspace, Slack, Atlassian products)
• Implement IT task automations
• Deploy IT monitoring solutions to ensure a stable work environment for BBC employees
• Work and implement automations (Workato, GAM, PowerShell, Scripting)
• Manage office networks
Your Qualifications
We are looking for a proactive, autonomous individual with hands-on project experience, and the ability to be a reference point in building IT solutions for the long term. If you're excited about contributing to a dynamic team and making an impact within a forward-thinking organization, we encourage you to apply and join us in shaping the future of our IT landscape.
What will you need to be successful?
• You have 5+ years of experience in IT environment and managing IT Ops projects, preferably within fast-paced environments
• You are skilled in collaborating and communicating effectively with stakeholders (through project management, reporting, etc.)
• You can demonstrate solid project management skills, with the ability to structure and manage IT projects to successful completion
• You have knowledge of IT, LAN, WAN, Firewall/security, SSO and cloud technologies
• You show excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• You are proficient in Automation Script development and have a good understanding of DevOps methodologies
• You have prior experience collaborating with Security teams and deploying/administering SaaS tools
• You are fluent in English
If you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications outlined above, tell us why you’d still be a great fit for this role in your application!
What we have to offer?
• Hybrid status for this role : 2-3 days at the Office
• 4 additional weeks parental leave 100% paid
• Financial support for home office equipment
• Free unlimited carpooling & bus rides
• Employee Stock Ownership plan
• 25 days holiday per year + RTT
• Local meal plan policies (Swile card in France)
• 50% transportation paid in France (Forfait Mobilité Durable)
Interested in joining the ride?
• a 45-min video-call with, Maxime Gaudillière, Talent Acquisition Manager to get to know you, understand your career expectations and answer your questions
• a 60-min video-call with Henry Marinho Faiacida, IT Operations Manager and Alexis Clément, Lead System and Network Engineer, to discuss your experience and share more details about the team
• a fully remote exercise to evaluate your technical skills followed by a 60-min video-call with Henry Marinho Faiacida, IT Operations Manager and Alexis Clément, Lead System and Network Engineer, to discuss about your exercice.
• a 30-min video-call with Maxime Fouilleul for vision fit and rounding off the process
Our hiring process lasts on average 25-30 days, offers usually come within 48 hours.
Aplyr's read
BlaBlaCar revolutionizes long-distance travel by connecting drivers with passengers, fostering a cost-effective and eco-friendly community of travelers.
What's promising
- •BlaBlaCar promotes sustainable travel by reducing carbon footprints through shared rides.
- •The company offers diverse roles across multiple countries, reflecting its global reach.
- •BlaBlaCar's platform supports community building among travelers, enhancing user experience.
What to watch
- •Regulatory challenges in different countries may affect BlaBlaCar's operations.
- •Market competition from other ride-sharing services could impact growth.
- •Dependence on user trust and safety could pose operational risks.
Why BlaBlaCar
- •BlaBlaCar's focus on long-distance carpooling sets it apart from typical ride-sharing apps.
- •The company integrates community engagement into its core operations.
- •BlaBlaCar's service reduces travel costs significantly for both drivers and passengers.
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About BlaBlaCar
BlaBlaCar is a long-distance carpooling service that connects drivers with empty seats to passengers looking for a ride. By facilitating shared travel, the company aims to reduce transportation costs and environmental impact while fostering a community of travelers.
