IT Systems Administrator

Cutting Edge Music Tech - On-Demand Vinyl Records

We are seeking an IT Systems Administrator to help us redefine the music industry. We've invented a new technology to produce on-demand vinyl records and built a web platform for music creators to create and sell their products worldwide via our store at zero cost. We partner with leading record labels, streaming services, digital providers, distributors, and iconic global artists to build a global solution for physical media, but most importantly, we give small and emerging artists frictionless access to offer vinyl and CDs to their fans through our innovative solution and planned production/fulfilment centres in Europe, the USA, and Asia.

The vinyl market has grown over 20% yearly for the last 16 years, and CDs are growing again for the first time in two decades. By 2030, there will be nearly 200 million music creators worldwide (with AI accelerating this even further). Most would love to have their music on vinyl or CD for friends, family, and fans,  many would happily buy a record for around $30 if accessible without high costs or minimums, which our scalable on-demand tech makes possible. elasticStage delivers easy, affordable access to this booming opportunity.

We are looking for an IT Systems Administrator who will provide hands-on support and maintenance across the company’s various sites, ensuring reliable day-to-day operations and contributing to projects that strengthen our production and office systems. This is a mid-level position suited to someone with solid technical experience who wants to broaden their skills across networking, servers, storage, security, and user support. 

You will be joining elasticStage at a pivotal time of growth. We will transition from a single-site operation to a multi-office, multi-factory business. This role will be part of that journey, helping to scale our production systems and build IT systems and processes that will scale across new sites. It’s an opportunity to shape the foundations of a new kind of music manufacturing business built for global scale.

The IT Systems Engineer will work closely with a senior team member to keep systems running smoothly, support end-users, and contribute to projects that ensure the business has the right technology foundations in place.

Requirements

Role Responsibilities:

Infrastructure & Systems

• Perform routine system administration (updates, backups, patches, monitoring).
• Assist in maintaining the stability of the production IT infrastructure and escalate issues as required.
• Contribute to implementing and maintaining data storage solutions (cloud and on-prem).
• Support the maintenance and monitoring of IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, storage, hardware, and software.

Security & Risk

• Follow established security policies and ensure patching and antivirus/endpoint protection are up to date.
• Monitor system alerts and report vulnerabilities to the senior IT person.
• Support the expansion of the access control and security best practices.
• Use the in-house monitoring tools to identify issues proactively 

Service & Support

• Act as a first and second-line support for staff IT issues (hardware, software, accounts, connectivity).
• Inventory and asset management of the existing environment and new equipment.
• Manage desk and hot-desk environments with their management tools.
• Own the user support processes and adapt it to fit the company's growth
• Support onboarding of new staff (accounts, hardware, access rights).
• Software and subscription management of company licenses.
• Escalate complex technical issues appropriately.
  

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Support desktop environment upgrades and IT improvement projects.
• Document IT processes and standard operating procedures for future scaling.
• Contribute ideas for improving reliability, performance, and user experience.
  

Professionalism & Collaboration

• Work closely with other teams to resolve IT issues in a professional, service-oriented way.
• Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical staff at all levels.
• Demonstrate accountability and ownership in assigned areas.

Requirements:

• 5 + years’ experience in IT support or system administration role.
• Experience with databases, networks (LAN, WAN) and patch management.
• Experience with networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, switches, firewalls, VPN).
• Knowledge of security fundamentals (patching, endpoint protection, and access control).
• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, OS, and applications.
• Excellent communication skills and service-oriented mindset.

Desirable

• Experience in manufacturing/production IT environments.
• Exposure to backup/disaster recovery systems.
• Relevant certifications (CompTIA Network+/Security+, Microsoft, AWS/Azure associate).

Benefits

• Industry-Leading Salary Package: Enjoy a highly competitive salary package that rewards your expertise and hard work.
•  Flexible time off: 25 days of paid holiday, a paid birthday off, and remote-friendly working.
• Comprehensive Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our robust pension scheme.
• Convenient On-Site Parking: Benefit from hassle-free on-site parking.
• Cutting-Edge Tech Office Environment: Work in a modern, tech-driven office environment equipped with the latest tools and technology.
• Medical Insurance: Protect yourself with our comprehensive medical insurance plan.
• Free Snacks and Beverages: Enjoy free snacks and beverages to keep you energised throughout the day.

Work Location 

This role is onsite, split between our King’s Cross and Elstree (WD6), four days a week and one day working from home.