--- title: 'IT Manager (EMEA Remote) at Pragmatike' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/it-manager-emea-remote-pragmatike-albania-1s11d01dmxh6' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-01' --- # IT Manager (EMEA Remote) at Pragmatike - **Company:** Pragmatike - **Location:** Albania - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-10-31 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-01 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/pragmatike/f520eed3-2ec4-4bab-aa88-3a3b00df0bda ## Job description Location: Fully remote, EMEA timezone Start date: ASAP Duration: 6 months with opportunity to extend Languages: Fluent English required ## About the Opportunity Pragmatike is hiring an IT Manager to support the company's day-to-day IT operations and ensure employees have the equipment, accounts, and technical resources they need to work efficiently. This is a hands-on operational role focused on equipment preparation, device configuration, user account management, access permissions, and basic IT support. You'll be responsible for managing practical IT needs across the organization, supporting employee onboarding and offboarding, and ensuring that internal systems and workplace tools are properly configured and accessible. ## What You’ll Do - Prepare, configure, and deploy laptops and other IT equipment for new employees. - Manage employee accounts, user settings, and access permissions across company systems and platforms. - Handle IT onboarding and offboarding, including account creation, access updates, and equipment collection. - Install, configure, and maintain software, applications, and workplace tools. - Provide first-level technical support and troubleshoot basic hardware, software, and connectivity issues. - Manage and maintain an inventory of company IT equipment and assigned devices. - Ensure employees have the appropriate access to internal tools, systems, and resources. - Maintain basic IT documentation, equipment records, and operational procedures. - Monitor equipment needs and coordinate device replacements or upgrades when necessary. - Coordinate with external IT providers when more advanced technical assistance is required. ## What We’re Looking For - Previous experience in IT administration, IT support, IT operations, or a similar role. - Good understanding of computer hardware, operating systems, and device configuration. - Experience managing user accounts, access permissions, and IT administration across different platforms. - Familiarity with Windows and macOS environments. - Knowledge of common workplace tools, SaaS applications, and account management systems. - Basic troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and network connectivity. - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. - Ability to manage multiple IT requests and prioritize tasks independently. - Proactive, service-oriented approach with strong problem-solving skills. - Comfortable working remotely and collaborating with teams across different EMEA time zones. ## Nice to Have - Experience with Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 administration. - Familiarity with device management solutions (MDM), such as Microsoft Intune or Jamf. - Experience with identity and access management (IAM) tools. - Familiarity with IT asset management and inventory systems. - Experience supporting a remote or internationally distributed workforce. - Basic knowledge of IT security, device compliance, and access control best practices. ## Why Join Us - 100% remote with the flexibility to work from anywhere in the EMEA region. - Hands-on ownership of day-to-day IT operations and employee technical support. - International environment working with a distributed team across different locations. - Varied responsibilities across equipment management, IT administration, and user support. - Immediate impact by ensuring employees have the tools and access they need to work effectively. - Six-month contract with the opportunity to contribute to the company's operational setup. Pragmatike is committed to a fair, transparent, and inclusive recruitment process. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. In accordance with GDPR, your personal data will be processed lawfully, fairly, and securely, and used solely for recruitment purposes, including sharing it with our client(s) for employment consideration. ## About Pragmatike ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Pragmatike is a remote tech recruitment platform that connects businesses with vetted software engineers, data specialists, and IT professionals across 60+ countries, promising hires within 48 hours. - **Entity Type**: Private (bootstrapped/early-stage; no disclosed funding rounds) - **Headquarters**: Paris, France (with offices in San Francisco, CA, USA and presence in UAE, Armenia, Turkey) - **Founded**: 2022 - **Founders**: Grégoire Clement (Co-Founder & CEO), Mathias Guigui (COO & Co-Founder) ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: IT Services and IT Consulting / Talent Recruitment - **Target customers**: Remote-first companies of all sizes – from startups and scaleups to large enterprises – primarily in SaaS and Fintech, but open to all industries (excluding defense, medical, weaponry) - **Mission or purpose statement**: “Simplify IT talent recruitment … score top remote developers and tech professionals. Easy peasy!” ## Products & Services - **Recruitment-as-a-Service**: End-to-end hiring process with human-picked vetting (no AI screening). Clients submit requirements, get matched within 48 hours, and receive a dedicated personal manager for the duration of the engagement. - **International Payroll & Compliance Management**: Handles contracts, IP protection, and local labor law compliance for remote hires across 100+ countries. - **Talent Pool Access**: Database of 50K+ candidates globally; specializes in niche technologies (AS400, Erlang, Scala, Elixir, cybersecurity, IoT, ML) as well as standard stacks (React, Node, Python, Swift, etc.). - **Roles Covered**: Full-stack developers, data engineers, mobile developers, DevOps, product managers, marketing, finance, sales – all fully remote. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not publicly available - **Key Metric**: Reports 10,000+ vetted specialists in network; trusted by 50+ brands; currently posting 283 active job openings - **Notable Investors/Partners**: No investors disclosed; client logos not individually named but described as “unicorns, small businesses, large enterprises” - **Growth Signals**: - Year-over-year job postings growth: **+1079.2%** - Operates in 60+ countries - Stages talent in 2 offices (Paris, San Francisco) with remote workforce spanning 20+ locations ## Competitive Advantages - **100% Remote DNA**: The company was built for remote hiring, focusing on international talent – unlike traditional local staffing agencies. - **Human Vetting, No Fake AI**: Claims a rigorous human selection process (communication, English proficiency, technical test, client validation) rather than automated screening. - **Speed**: Guaranteed match within 48 hours; trial period offered at €0. - **Cost Advantage**: 30–50% cheaper than local market rates for freelance developers, with no hidden fees. - **Flexible, Project-Based Pricing**: No subscriptions or packages; pricing per hour (€31–€59) tailored to client budget. - **Niche Expertise**: Able to source rare specialists (AS400, Erlang, etc.) often inaccessible via traditional channels. ## Strategic Focus - **Global Expansion**: Growing presence in EMEA, UAE, and Americas; actively posting jobs across time zones. - **Quality Over Quantity**: Emphasizes human-curated matches over automated algorithms. - **SaaS & Fintech Concentration**: Primary verticals, while remaining industry-agnostic for broader reach. - **Cost Leadership**: Maintaining price advantage to undercut larger competitors like Toptal or Upwork. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Described as a “young startup” that “pampers clients like bees nurturing honey” – high-touch, service-oriented environment. - **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Fully remote operations; employees work from physical offices in Paris or San Francisco as needed, but the company is built for remote work. - **Team**: Small team of ~7 employees (down 25% YoY, likely due to strategic refocus), with HR as the largest department (33%). - **Growth Opportunity**: Working at a fast-growing platform that tripled job postings in a year offers exposure to global tech talent markets and recruitment ops. - **Perks**: Not explicitly listed, but flexible, project-based environment with international exposure. ## Sources 1. [pragmatike.com](https://www.pragmatike.com/) 2. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/pragmatikee) 3. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/pragmatike) 4. [jobs.ashbyhq.com](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/pragmatike) 5. 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