Associate Asset Manager

We are seeking a highly organized and technically capable Associate Asset Manager to manage the full lifecycle of IT hardware assets across our global organization. This role is central to maintaining accurate inventory, planning procurement based on business needs, and ensuring proper chain-of-custody for devices under legal or compliance requirements.

The ideal candidate combines strong attention to detail with technical competence and sound judgment. They thrive in a dynamic environment, balancing planning, logistics, and hands-on technical work to support smooth IT operations and compliance readiness.

This role is based in Oakland, CA and must be in the office 5-days a week.

The Impact You'll Have

• Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of IT hardware assets — from procurement and deployment through retirement and disposal.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date inventory across all global locations using the organization’s asset management systems (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow, or equivalent).
• Partner with HR and IT Support to forecast device needs for new hires, refresh cycles, and break/fix replacements.
• Plan and coordinate purchase orders for laptops, peripherals, and other IT assets in alignment with budget and lead times.
• Manage hardware logistics — receiving, imaging, asset tagging, shipping, and returns.
• Track and manage software provisioning and procurement as needed. 
• Ensure compliance with legal and security standards, including secure handling and documentation for systems placed on legal hold.
• Perform forensic data preservation and system backups in coordination with Legal and Information Security teams, maintaining strict chain-of-custody documentation.
• Collaborate with IT Support and Engineering to define standards for hardware models, accessories, and configuration baselines.
• Continuously improve asset management processes, automating tracking and reporting where possible via planning, documentation, and optimization

Who You Are

• 3+ years of experience in IT asset management, logistics, or operations, ideally within a global or multi-site organization.
• Highly detail-oriented with a process-driven mindset.
• Strong understanding of hardware lifecycle management and inventory best practices.
• Experience working with asset tracking tools (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow, Oomnitza, Lansweeper, or similar).
• Familiarity with forensic data preservation tools and imaging processes (e.g., EnCase, FTK, or open-source equivalents).
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential data with discretion and precision.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and reporting tools for tracking and forecasting inventory.
• Ability to lift and transport equipment as needed (typically <40 lbs).
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with distributed teams.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Nice-To-Haves

• Technical background or certification (e.g., CompTIA A+, ITIL, JAMF, or similar).
• Experience in the Financial Services sector supporting legal, InfoSec, or compliance functions.
• Familiarity with device imaging, encryption, and data sanitization standards.
• Knowledge of hardware logistics, software license management and maintaining budgets.

Typical Process

• Application Submission
• Recruiter video call
• Hiring manager video call
• Virtual “Onsite” consisting of four 45-60 min video calls
• Offer!

Compensation and Benefits

When determining salaries, we consider several factors including, but not limited to, skills, prior experience, and work location. The new-hire base salary range for this position is $92,900 - $116,100.

We also believe in recognizing the contributions of our people. That's why we award annual bonuses to eligible employees, rewarding both individual performance and the success of the entire company.

Along with monetary compensation, Marqeta offers

• Multiple health insurance options
• Flexible time off – take what you need
• Retirement savings program with company contribution and after tax contributions
• Equity in a publicly-traded company and an Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Family-forming benefits, fertility support, and up to 20 weeks of Parental Leave
• Free therapy sessions, financial and professional coaching, and legal advice
• Monthly stipend to support our remote work model
• Annual “development dollars” to support our people growth and development

About Marqeta

Marqeta is on a mission to change the way money moves. We’re one of the earliest enablers of embedded finance, a market opportunity sized up in the trillions. Our card issuing platform provides unprecedented flexibility and control for companies to issue cards, authorize transactions, and manage payment operations in real time. Marqeta is powering the most well known brands in the new economy (Block, Cash App, Affirm, Instacart, Doordash, Uber, Walmart, etc). You don’t need to be a Payments expert to join the Marqeta Team, let us help you with that.  This is the opportunity of a lifetime to work with innovators around the world and unlock equitable financial access for all.

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Marqeta’s Values

– Solve for the Customer: With a deep understanding of our customers' business and empathy for their needs, we deliver products and services that drive their success. Earning and keeping their trust guides everything we do.

– Do What's Right: Knowing businesses and livelihoods depend on us, we pursue solutions that disrupt responsibly and deliver high-quality results that our customers count on. We own our work from start to finish.

– Simplify and Innovate: We approach challenges with curiosity and take smart risks. Innovation comes from finding better, simpler ways to achieve extraordinary outcomes.

– Win as a Team: We succeed together by embracing diverse perspectives and pushing each other to raise the bar. We lead with humility and set aside hierarchy to work as a team.

– Make it Count: We drive forward with focus and agility. With a sense of urgency and purpose, we get the job done, and done right.

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Equal Employment Opportunity, Accommodations and Privacy 

Marqeta is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), veteran status or uniformed service member status, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 

Marqeta endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to submit this application, complete any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please submit this form with your specific accommodation request.

Personal data that is provided as part of the application and recruitment process is processed in accordance with the Applicant Privacy Notice. Additional information for California residents can be found here.