IT and Technology Manager

IT and Technology Manager | Atherton, CA
Full-Time | On-Site 
Local candidates ONLY!

A private client in Atherton is hiring a full-time IT and Technology Manager to lead the technology behind a large, multi-structure estate. The property is a sophisticated smart home with integrated automation and an extensive security system, and the family hosts often, from intimate dinners to philanthropic gatherings of several hundred guests. You'll be the first call for anything with a screen, a signal, or a power cord, and you'll have the chance to shape where the estate's technology goes next, from a strong cybersecurity program to AI tools that make the team's work easier.

The family is looking for someone who lives and breathes technology. You follow what's new, try the latest tools, and get excited about finding a better way to do something. You're proactive, curious, and happy to roll up your sleeves, whether that means troubleshooting a kitchen appliance or setting up AV before guests arrive. You don't need to know everything on day one, but you're committed to learning. This is a long-term role with a well-established team, and the family hopes to find someone who will grow with them for years to come.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for all technology across the estate, troubleshooting first and bringing in specialists when needed
• Operate and maintain the home automation, security, camera, AV, and network systems
• Support on-site servers, cloud systems, devices, and user accounts
• Provide remote support to the family while they travel
• Document systems and build clear processes and an operations manual
• Lead cybersecurity efforts, including policies, training, and monitoring
• Champion practical use of AI and new tools across the team
• Provision equipment, track inventory and licenses, and onboard staff on household technology
• Manage tech vendors and review proposals and contracts
• Set up AV for events and pitch in with event logistics as needed
• Support media projects such as video, podcast, and photo editing, or be willing to learn
• Travel occasionally to support projects at other properties

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Several years of hands-on IT management or systems administration experience
• Private estate, family office, or high-touch service experience a plus
• Strong command of Mac and Apple products, Google Workspace, and networking
• Experience with home automation, security, and AV systems, or a strong drive to master them
• Genuine interest in cybersecurity, emerging technology, and AI tools
• Clear, patient communicator and a true team player
• Exceptional discretion
• Based in Silicon Valley (no relocation offered)
• Legally authorized to work in the US
• Willing to complete an in-depth background check and provide excellent references

Compensation and Benefits

• Up to $195,000-$225,000 | depending on experience
• 100% company paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Up to 10% 401k company contribution
• 2 weeks vacation to start and then goes up
• 5 Sick Days
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Accounts
• Commuter Spending Accounts
• Other amazing perks and benefits

DM Estate Staffing is a domestic staffing firm headquartered in Silicon Valley, dedicated to connecting exceptional Private Service Professionals with private clients and family offices across the United States. Built over more than a decade on referrals and repeat clients, we have grown thoughtfully by doing one thing well: finding the right person for the right home.

Every member of our recruiting team has worked personally in the homes of prominent private clients, as estate managers, private chefs, household leaders, and more. That lived experience is what sets us apart. We don't just understand private service in theory; we've navigated its nuances, its demands, and its deeply personal nature from the inside. That perspective shapes every search we conduct and every candidate we represent.

We encourage you to regularly explore our job board and apply for any roles that align with your experience and aspirations. When your background aligns with what our clients are looking for, we will be in touch. We hope to have the opportunity to work with you soon.